Challenge : Stepping out of my comfort zone.

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I want to start exploring life more and stepping out of my comfort zone. Right now I'm single and a father and I run freelance business. My life consists of going to work, and going to my other office, and then spending time with my kid on the weekend, with the occasional boys night out when my friends can get free of their wives or jobs.

I've been in the same rut for the last couple of years. I need to step out of my comfort zone.

Suggest some ideas and I'll try to do at least one new thing each week to shake me out of the routine.

Any ideas?
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  • Profile picture of the author Marmbrust
    I signed up for E-Harmony to explore life more and in three months I only had one date. (I'm not bad-looking either.) So, I would suggest that if you did sign up for a dating site of some sort to make sure that you do your "wink-winks" and send e-mails. One has to be a real 'marketer' to do well on the internet dating scene. You could explore many options like going trail-biking, going on picnics or sight-seeing. No matter where you live there must be something of interest to explore. Good luck in your ventures.

    Originally Posted by swilliams09 View Post

    I want to start exploring life more and stepping out of my comfort zone. Right now I'm single and a father and I run freelance business. My life consists of going to work, and going to my other office, and then spending time with my kid on the weekend, with the occasional boys night out when my friends can get free of their wives or jobs.

    I've been in the same rut for the last couple of years. I need to step out of my comfort zone.

    Suggest some ideas and I'll try to do at least one new thing each week to shake me out of the routine.

    Any ideas?
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    • Profile picture of the author swilliams09
      A friend of mine made a great suggestion. He knows I'm into video and design and suggested photography. He said he approached our town and area like a tourist and founds lots of different things, events and places he never bothered to notice before. He has some really cool pictures. I might give that a try. I've always enjoyed taking pictures.

      Someone else suggested sky diving...I don't know if I'm quite ready for that.

      Another friend suggested ballroom dancing. I'll give it a try but I have two left feet.

      I need a break from the computer. These 12 and 16 hour days are starting to get to me.
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      • Profile picture of the author paulie888
        Originally Posted by swilliams09 View Post

        A friend of mine made a great suggestion. He knows I'm into video and design and suggested photography. He said he approached our town and area like a tourist and founds lots of different things, events and places he never bothered to notice before. He has some really cool pictures. I might give that a try. I've always enjoyed taking pictures.

        Someone else suggested sky diving...I don't know if I'm quite ready for that.

        Another friend suggested ballroom dancing. I'll give it a try but I have two left feet.

        I need a break from the computer. These 12 and 16 hour days are starting to get to me.
        It sounds like you've been stuck in the same old routine for many years. Try pursuing new hobbies and interests, anything that will get you away from the computer.

        It doesn't necessarily need to be a daredevil sport like sky diving or some flamboyant activity like ballroom dancing, just go with your gut feeling. What are some of the things that you've gravitated to in the past, but haven't managed to do so far?

        It sounds like a classic case of computer burn out, you'll have to find stuff to do away from the computer. If you can swing it, try to take a road trip or vacation away from the computer for at least several days. Try doing activities that occur outdoors, since you're cooped up indoors for so long normally.

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  • Profile picture of the author JustinDupre
    You definitely need to find the time to travel a little more. It can be a great way to break some of the habits and think outside of your comfort zone.. Say like go on a tour to Europe and make new friends could be fun. Be happy!
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  • Profile picture of the author Tuhin
    I think a holiday will help you big time. Why don't you go to holiday with your son? As you are working for long hours, I may assume that your son is lonely as well. He deserves your time.
    Then find a business coach and learn how to automate your business. So you can save time from your life.
    Truly speaking, I am worried about your son also. Give more time to him, become his friend, become his hero. You are the perfect dad for your son. You are the only person in the world who will take care of him unconditionally.
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  • Profile picture of the author ginandtonic
    Try a variety of new foods. Just not octopus .
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  • Profile picture of the author ryanbiddulph
    Hi,

    Spend at least 20 minutes a day in quiet, or in contemplation.

    Before trying to do anything specifically, sit with your thoughts. Watch what comes up. I only began to find out what I truly wanted when I began meditating daily. I figured out that most of what I did was to appease others, even though I didn't feel that way on a conscious level. I stayed in my comfort zone because it was "safe" (as it safety exists) and also because I didn't want to be the object of my friend's and family's ridicule.

    4 years later I'm living a very different, freeing life where I push out of my comfort zone on a daily basis. It's exciting, fun and challenging, but I only learned to push myself into unfamiliar territory when I learned to be with my thoughts for extended periods.

    All the best!

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  • Profile picture of the author IndomitableD
    Volunteer work has always been a good ice-breaker for me. Keep an eye on the community pages of your local newspaper, check the Parks & Rec department website and tune in to nearby college radio stations to hear about upcoming activities. I prefer the outdoorsy type of projects. Let's see, just a few of the volunteer things that were fun and great for meeting people:

    - helped plant a perennial garden during a community day hosted by a historic society
    - was a "crossing guard" during the town's holiday parade
    - manned a water station at the half-way point of a marathon
    - joined a painting party to get rid of graffiti in several public areas
    - packed goodie bags for a kids health awareness event

    Just keep your eyes open for the one-off things to start with. Later, once you get to know the participants, you can decide if you want to get more involved with any groups or organizations. Good luck!
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    • Profile picture of the author IncSEO
      Why not try to do something that you have passion in? I'm sure the opportunities & possibilities are endless!
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  • Profile picture of the author MissLizzie
    You're after something to get you out of your comfort zone. What about stand-up comedy (don't laugh!)

    The butterflies in your stomach before a gig can be one of the worst possible feelings in the world, but when you actually get out on stage and you make the audience laugh, you'll be on a high for days and you'll have the mindset that there's nothing that you can't do. I know that some people think that they're not funny and so shouldn't give it a go, but everyone's made their friends and family laugh. Why can't you do that with an audience?

    But, if all of that sounds a bit scary, you could give improv a go. With improv, you'll have people backing you up and you won't be alone out on stage.

    Hope this all helps, but looking forward to knowing what you're going to do!

    Lizzie
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