Stepping Out and Saying YES

But leaving your comfort zone doesn’t have to mean doing something as drastic as journeying halfway around the world. It could be as simple as starting a new workout, giving more in offering, volunteering at the localshelter, lifting your hands in worship, or it could be something else–like stepping out on that dream job you’ve always wanted, starting your own business or that small group you’ve been thinking about.

All of these come with their own risks, but taking risks builds confidence and usually character. And, at the very least, it opens your eyes to new possibilities. Something amazing happened on my two trips to South Africa. I learnedhow adaptable I can be, that we need far less than we think to be happy, and small gestures of compassion have big payoffs–for the giver and receiver. It was a perspective-sharpening experience that I’ll cherish always.