Choosing success over comfort

I heard something amazing this week:

If comfort is your goal, success is not in your future. 

This hit me right in the gut. 

As someone who likes to feel comfortable (I mean, I really like it!) this made me stop and think about times I’ve chosen to feel safe & comfy over really pushing myself to achieve something I wanted. 

How about you? Do you find yourself saying “Well, maybe I won’t make that call / ask for the sale / speak up / etc.” because it feels a little scary and uncertain? Me too, friend. 

Which is why I’m proud of myself for something big I’m doing this week. I’m attending the Outside Summit, a full-day networking event for people in the outdoor industry. I’m excited to hear from industry leaders and meet others who share my love of adventure. What makes this uncomfortable is it’s ALL DAY and I’m GOING BY MYSELF! 

Here’s what’s fueling me: I know I’ll be inspired by those around me and that will help fuel my own growth. As I expand my international journeys and retreats, I’m actually feeling more comfortable being uncomfortable. This makes a lot of sense to me, because I’m asking others to step out of their own comfy comfort zones and into something new and exciting. I wouldn’t ask you to do something I wouldn’t do myself.