I kind of feel like this is my motto right now. Life can be exciting and terrifyingly adventurous – if you let it. My husband and I are taking this concept pretty seriously. We are in a bit of leap-of-faith these days with my growing business and my husbands job and training situation. But that’s when things get exciting! Taking risks gives you the chance to amaze yourself.
There is always that crucial moment before you jump when things are crazy scary, and yet, you have to do it. You just do. It would be like killing a dream to not jump. (please note, I do not have any sort of affinity for jumping off anything high than 2 feet…. but you’re smart, so you get the mental image.)
Step one, dream. I mean really. What do you want to do with your life? What are your unique skills and talents? Are you happy doing what you’re doing today?
Step two, plan. You can’t (usually) go all crazy, throw caution to the wind, and potentially train wreck your life. Think things through. Take baby steps. Don’t get ahead of yourself! The planning stage is the most crucial and foundational (my husband tells me this all the time…)!
Step three, dive in! This is where it get’s exciting and terrifying because while you might spend your days doing what you love, eventually you are going to have to push yourself and take a few risks in order to grow. It’s scary to step outside of your comfort zone, but when you do, it’s awesome. It gives you a chance to amaze yourself.
Two thing coming up that almost terrify me: AltNYC and the Brooklyn Renegade Craft Fair. I know in my head that these events shouldn’t scary me a bit, but they do! You NYC natives, stop laughing at me! I’ve never attended a conference quite as huge as Alt (it’s being held at the Martha Stewart Headquarters for crying out loud!) and certainly not one in Manhattan. And I’ve only done local and regional art and craft shows surrounded by friends and family who carry heavy things for me and help me work through all the details and issues that always come up. There are so many details to work out for each and so much to prepare and create! These two events (happening the same week!)almost terrify me, but I know I need them. They are exactly the growth that I need and that my business needs. It’s going to be great.
What things are on your personal or professional bucket list that almost teriffy you? Do you have any tips for taking the jump to do something scary?
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Great post! I get scared about reaching out to people that are more experienced/senior/more important than I am. I have a hit list, and your post has inspired me to just hit the phone. Previous experience shows me that great things happen when you jump in, so I’ll keep you posted 🙂 Beautiful blog, BTW.
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Thanks for your insight Clare! It’s so true. People are often far more open and kind than we fear they will be. Jump in and get ’em! 🙂
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how exciting for you. it looks like it will be so much fun. and surely you, of all people, will handle two events in one week well.
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Eeeek! Thank you Sarah! It’s going to take some serious work, but I’m SO excited and honored.
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It’s always exciting to see where God is taking you. Scary, yes, but He has established your steps and knows exactly where you are going!
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So very, very true! God is good and always gracious. I’m so excited to see what He has in store!
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awesome blog!
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Very uplifting post! All the best to you!
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You’ll be great at Alt & at the craft fair Em! But I know what u mean about taking risks…I feel like my whole life is centered around taking many leaps of faith! Ohhh the stories I could tell u over coffee Em!
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So excited for you and your big adventures! Best of luck in NY. Be bold.
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I truly enjoy your blog. Truly. As a new blogger, yours is one I look to for inspiration-and you supply in in spades. 🙂 Congratulations on your upcoming events. I think I just may have to come to the craft fair and I hope you don’t think I’m a crazy stalker if I seek you out!
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Thank you so much Alison! Oh my word. Yes! Come see me! I would love to meet you in person!
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What a great message you give out Emily. I’m very new to blogging and your page caught my eye instantly with your colourful and creative images along with the honesty in your writing. You go for it and create the life you want and deserve for you and your family.
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Thank you so much Kelly! I’m sure going to try! Good luck with your blog! Keep at it. It’s an exciting community in the “blogging world”. You’re going to love it!
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oh my – i’m prepping an art admissions portfolio to hopefully be accepted into a visual design program this week and I’m almost terrified too. well, actually, I am terrified, it kind of goes with the territory, doesn’t it… 🙂 your blog is lovely, so glad I stumbled upon it.
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It really can be scary though. It’s hard to put yourself out there and leave yourself open to criticism. I’m sure you are going to do amazingly well. Good luck!
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