vidocka
In life, we all once find ourselves in a comfort zone where we remain and not develop further, even though we are able to do so much more with our lives. The funny thing is, the comfort zone isn’t really that comfortable at all. It is calm and safe at first glance. Over time, you will become bored, you will feel emptiness, you will become depressed and dissatisfied with yourself. Do you really want this? Instead of a comfort zone, you should call it a familiar area that you are afraid to step out of. But if you want to do something for yourself in life, you have to. Here are some steps to help you get back to life.
1. Change your habits
Even a small change can make a miracle. Instead of going the usual route, go to work for a longer time, or head to another store for purchases.
2. Learn to say the word ‘NO’
You can’t please everyone. Learn to reject things you don’t like to do.
3. Stop expecting
Do you always anticipate how things will turn out? Don’t do this, just wait for the end result.
4. Face your fears
We carry unrealistic fears within ourselves that we retreat to, pushing them deeper into ourselves. Face one of your fears every month. When you overcome everything, you will feel that true freedom.
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Did you stay in the comfort zone?
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Yes
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No
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Do you have a fear of unknown things?
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Yes
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No
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Yes, life becomes monotonous unless we make at least small changes.
It’s still hard for me to say NO to certain things. But in the end, the loser is me.
How glad I am that you did it. I’ve been trying for a while but it’s very difficult.
It was hard but, I learned to say NO many years ago! I am pleased with the results of this decision!?
How glad I am that you did it. I’ve been trying for a while but it’s very difficult.
These are great tips and a wonderful message! Going out of my comfortable zone is something I struggle with.
Thank you, Ellie. I too have a lot of struggles to change at least one thing.
i think you have raised an exceptional point.
1. we have to stretch to reach beyond where we are.
2. we have to embrace the fear of change.
The easy answer is what we fear is ourselves!
I agree. Sometimes it’s hard, but at least we have to try. We already have a fear of change.
we do, sometimes the best thing we can do is change. Staying in our comfort zones is why the world passes us by.
You said everything nicely and wrote it and I just feel like it’s harder to change, dear Vidocka
Yes, it is very difficult for some to decide on a change, even if the change might help them.
I, too, am one of those who is more distrustful of change
We have to try to find out if it works
You will tell me these tests if it works
As one ages it is advisable to stay in their comfort zone. I am one such – a senior
I agree. The older we get, the harder it is to change our lives.
I like it when I’m in my comfort zone. Not for ling, anyway. In here, it helps me think things through finding the best possible solution to a certain problem, ways to benefit me and my loved ones and our future. Then I come out in my own time, resolved in my decision.
Thank you for this post.
Thank you for visiting my post. Your mindset and problem solving is great. I have to try it.
I am guilty of staying in my comfort zone. Thanks for this much needed reminder.
It’s still time to make some change. I’m working on it, too.
I am trying very hard to change the fact that I love being in my quiet little apartment and just working on my PC. When there are days I have to go out they are worry days because I am leaving my cubby hole. I will try to get myself out at least twice a week and then things should get better.
I agree. It’s hard to decide on any changes, but at least we have to try.