But is fear really a good enough reason not to do the things you want to do? Because it’s new and a little daunting? It’s so much easier to sweep the idea under the rug than it is to put your big girl pants on and give it a go!
What Happened to That Childlike Courage?
As a kid, I am sure that many of you tried new things without hesitation. You didn’t care if you were going to be good or bad at it. You didn’t care what others thought of you. You just did it and tried it because why the f*ck not?
But as you get older, you start to think of all the “what if’s” – and they are holding you back. Deep down you know how badly you want to try something new. Maybe it’s joining a gym, going for a run, trying a new sport, or applying for a job that excites you.
Whatever it is, I guarantee you have thought of the craziest excuses as to why you shouldn’t. But what if I gave you an even bigger list of reasons why you absolutely SHOULD.
10 Reasons Why You Absolutely Should Try Something New
1. Gain Confidence
Every time you try something new, you build confidence. By pushing beyond your usual limits, you prove to yourself that you can handle more than you thought.
2. Minimal Time Commitment
If you don’t like it, guess what? It’s only a small part of your day – maybe an hour out of 24. That leaves 23 hours to enjoy the things you do love. Trying something new doesn’t mean a lifetime commitment. This perspective makes trying something new feel more manageable and less daunting because if you hate it, that’s only a small period of time that you never have to do it again!
3. Find a New Passion
You might discover you love the new thing and it becomes a regular part of your routine. Sometimes we don’t know what we’re missing until we try. This passion could bring excitement, variety, and joy to your routine! (Wow, so good! Am I right??)
4. No Ragrets
You’ll never regret trying something new, but you might regret not giving it a shot. The pain of not trying often sticks around longer than the discomfort of a failed attempt.
5. Pros vs Cons
Although new things can be intimidating, the benefits often outweigh the fears. List out the pros and cons – you’ll probably find the rewards (personal growth, new passions, and good times) make the challenge well worth it.
6. Growth Through Discomfort
The more you try new things, the more comfortable you become with the process. Growth happens outside your comfort zone – embracing discomfort now prepares you for future opportunities.
7. Personal Growth
Every experience teaches you something valuable about yourself. You learn what you enjoy, what you’re good at, and where you can grow. This self-awareness is priceless.
8. Gratitude to Yourself
You will thank yourself for taking the leap. The sense of accomplishment, even if it’s small, will feel incredible. You’ll look back and appreciate your bravery and the experiences that helped shape who you are.
9. Avoid FOMO
Say goodbye to the fear of missing out! Instead of watching others enjoy something new, you can experience it for yourself or with them instead of seeing all about it on the gram. You won’t be left wondering “what if?”- you’ll know.
10. Avoid Commitment
Again, if you don’t like it, you don’t have to go back. Who said you have just signed your soul away because you tried a new workout class? There’s no pressure to continue something that doesn’t bring you joy. It’s just a chance to explore – no strings attached xx
Print It, Stick It, Live It
If you need to print these 10 reasons out and slap them on your fridge as a reminder – do it! Let them motivate you to push past your fears and take a leap. Trying something new is never a loss. There’s so much to GAIN, and so little you could possibly lose.
Stop settling. Stop waiting. Go out there and TRY THE THING.
