Comments on: Inspired by Travel: Stepping Outside Your Comfort Zone and Staying There

By: Rachael

Rachael — Tue, 05 Jul 2011 18:18:55 +0000

Love this and totally agree! On my very first solo trip I adopted the philosophy “Just say yes” (inspired, funny enough, from a phrase I’d seen painted on the back of a van: “The more I say yes, the more fun I have.”). I was one of those people who used to be really shy, so shy that I would often turn down invitations to do things (even something as simple as grab a meal) because I was so afraid of being able to make conversation, embarrassing myself, who knows.

That trip was full of so many amazing experiences and people because I didn’t hesitate on invitations or ideas, I just did them. Things I never thought I would do! I gained the confidence to go out of my comfort zone and realized there were so many things I COULD do and there were so many interesting people out there I could talk to (that I, in fact, was actually an interesting person!)

Needless to say it didn’t stop there, and since then I’ve traveled a lot more, mostly solo, and I even spent a year living and working abroad in your beautiful country

I do agree that coming home is a little bit harder to keep up with that spontaneity and out-of-the-comfort-zone push, but it’s a conscious decision I try to regularly make and remind myself, and even when I’m not trying I’m still a much happier, more outgoing, and less nervous/shy/scared person than I was when I was younger! Saying yes and going outside your comfort zone leads to a fuller, more amazing and memorable experience of life.

By: Bluegreen Kirk

Bluegreen Kirk — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 12:16:38 +0000

I agree that stepping out of your comfort zone has a lot a benefits. However the problem as with most things are what would happen if you step outside the zone but the fact that few are willing to do so. I like you will eat almost anything (well at least once).

Nice post!

By: Sarita @ weltweitonlinereisen.de

Sarita @ weltweitonlinereisen.de — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 08:16:43 +0000

I dont have any troubles speaking to strangers, at home or abroad, but I’ve never felt comfortable enough to try new foods when travelling. I suppose, you’d just stick to what you know, as our stomachs, in most cases, arent adapted to types of foods other people eat in their countries.

I was in india about a year ago and ate curries, just like i would at home, but my stomach couldnt handle it!!

But i do like the idea of having this as a daily mantra …

By: Debbie @ European Travelista

Debbie @ European Travelista — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 17:20:41 +0000

Such clear and great advice. I know I have been challenged by stepping out of my comfort zone and it has definitely held me back. Plus it is so empowering when you take a step out! What an exhilarating feeling

By: wandering educators

wandering educators — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 13:19:16 +0000

brilliant! and yes, i’ve eaten those wriggling things in japan.

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By: Sayma Hai

Sayma Hai — Sat, 23 Jan 2010 01:55:20 +0000

Really awesome article Amanda. Thanks for sharing. I am taking a 6 week trip to Costa Rica this year to volunteer in a remote area. I don’t like bugs and I’m going to a Costa Rica. Some days I think I am crazy – you article is helping with my butterflies – Thanks!

By: The Fitness Diva

The Fitness Diva — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 23:21:09 +0000

Great article. Love that mindset. It’s one I’ll hopefully get to adopt really soon. I’m dying to travel and work my way through a few countries.