No one likes to move outside their comfort zone, but that’s where the magic happens. Have you ever heard the saying that the definition of hell would be to meet the person you could have been? It’s a powerful thought that reminds us of the potential that lies within us and the missed opportunities that we let slip by.

It’s never too late to say yes, start making positive changes in our lives and start pursuing the goals and dreams that we’ve always wanted to achieve.

Growth and success lie outside your comfort zone.

One way to start making these changes is to say yes more often than we say no.

It’s easy to get caught up in our comfort zone and shy away from new experiences or challenges, but it’s by stepping outside of our comfort zones that we grow and learn.

Whenever you are faced with an opportunity or challenge, step through your fear of failure, try to say yes, and see where it takes you. 

Life is short, and we only have one chance to live it to the fullest. So why not ride all the rides, try all the foods, and go on all the adventures that we can? We have not truly lived if we haven’t stepped outside of our routine and try new things.

Yes you can: Stepping outside your comfort zone.

There are many people today who have amazing ideas that they never act on. They let fear hold them back, or they allow someone else’s negativity to stop them from pursuing their goals. But the truth is, it’s not the fear of failure that stops us from taking action; it’s the fear of being seen as a failure by others.

But here’s the thing: failure is an inevitable part of life. It’s how we learn and grow, and it’s what gives us experience, and experience gives us credibility, and credibility is what you can write big invoices for. 

From fear of failure to fearless success.

So what would you do if you didn’t care about people laughing at you? If you didn’t care about receiving a “no” or experiencing failure? Imagine the possibilities and the impact you could have if you were fearless in pursuing your dreams.

It’s important to remember that it’s not the genius themselves that matter; it’s the actions of that genius. And it’s worth noting that people often laugh at us just before they applaud us. When you’re faced with jeers or negativity, try to shift your focus and look at the people in your life. Ask yourself, the following questions;

“Do they give me what I need to get to where I want to go?” Are they supporting, challenging, or pushing you in the right direction? If not, it might be time to reconsider the company you keep.

Role of knowledge in failure

If you are not reading, you limit your ability to maximize your potential. Reading helps you gain the necessary knowledge to lead a life of success. When you don’t read, you are empty and left with only the things you experience and rely on luck and chances. Reading helps you learn from others, their mistakes, what they did right and how you can personalize it. Consuming knowledge makes navigating life easier; it is like a light unto your path—the feeling of naivety and anxiety when you have acquired enough knowledge.

As much as reading is essential, it’s much more important to read the right books. One of these books is “You owe you”; I strongly recommend it. You need to read this book to clarify your purpose and vision for your life.

What does it mean to fail forward?

Ever thought about this; What if you put all the life pieces together and still fail? What if you do everything right and life still falls to your face, then what? Failing forward means trying different ways to perfect your craft till it is perfect. It involves not waiting for the ideal moment to get things done but seizing the present moment.

Failure teaches what we did right and wrong, positioning us on the right path. It is through loss that we grow and evolve. Those moments you fall flat on your face after having it all figured it should be celebrated. The average billionaire files for bankruptcy 3times in their lifetime. The more risks you take, the more your chances of succeeding. Failure shouldn’t be something to fear but embrace.

The bigger the failure, the greater your chances of succeeding. List out all your losses and celebrate them because they prove that you are not stagnant but trying things out; then go out to try again using all the lessons learned from your failures.

Go out there and be proactive, set massive goals for yourself, and execute. Do not forget to keep track of your failures, as it reminds you of your past scars.

Seeing things from the point of progression helps you feel better about failure and motivates you enough to keep trying.

Conclusion: Say yes to even the most ridiculous goals

The problem is that we don’t even try anymore, especially when it comes to our most outlandish goals. We need to break through our fear of failure, and learn to go for even the most ridiculous of goals.

Stay curious, stay bold, and most importantly, stay true to yourself. Action, momentum, and curiosity will help you achieve your goals and become the person you were meant to be.