I was going through some old papers the other day and came across this poem. 

I used to have a comfort zone where I knew I wouldn’t fail.

The same four walls and busywork were really more like jail.
I longed so much to do the things I’d never done before,
But stayed inside my comfort zone and paced the same old floor.

I said it didn’t matter that I wasn’t doing much.
I said I didn’t care for things like commission checks and such.
I claimed to be so busy with the things inside the zone,
But deep inside I longed for something special of my own.

I couldn’t let my life go by just watching others win.
I held my breath; I stepped outside and let the change begin.
I took a step and with new strength, I’d never felt before,
I kissed my comfort zone goodbye and closed and locked the door.

If you’re in a comfort zone, afraid to venture out,
Remember that all winners were at one time filled with doubt.
A step or two and words of praise can make your dreams come true.
Reach for your future with a smile; Success is there for you.

It took a lot of courage for me to leave my comfort zone of

• Full-time work – working ALL THE TIME, if I am honest.
• Never enough support – feeling unheard and unseen,
• Not being able to sleep – so tired but unable to fall asleep and then needing to get up early,
• I never had any time or energy for the things I really enjoyed
• Exhaustion and disinterest – scrolling, watching TV mindlessly

And trade it for:

• Work that I love – non-negotiable time for me
• Supported by loved ones, coaches, and encouragers
• Falling asleep in the evening and waking up refreshed
• Time to spend with my loved ones, doing things for my health, and things that I enjoy
• A good tired – being able to take breaks when needed and finding time to rest during the day

It did not happen overnight.

It did not happen without Intent.

But it DID HAPPEN!!

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• Find time for yourself,
• Love the work you do and
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