Everything about it was outside my comfort zone.
- Driving to an unknown part of town (those who know me know the struggle)
- I had no idea what to expect
- I knew no one
- Was it out of my league?
- Would I have to share my thoughts aloud in a room full of strangers? (my greatest fear!)
Comfort tried its best to persuade me to stay put, but I registered instead. And off to the Emrys poetry workshop I went on Saturday morning!
Upon arrival, I was warmly greeted by the group — and then in came Tina Parker, a dear friend and fellow Word Weaver. To say I was delighted to have her sitting beside me is an understatement. There’s nothing like being sandwiched between an Auburn grad and a lawyer!
I quickly knew I was in trouble when we were asked ten questions, such as How would you kill it? about an inanimate object—and then told we’d share all our answers with the entire group. I felt sick to my stomach, but once the rounds began, the fun kicked up a notch.
I wish I could say I’ve broken down all the barriers of my comfort zone, but I haven’t. I can, however, say that I made strides on Saturday. It was a mini-step, but a step nonetheless, and I feel I’m a better writer as a result.
I now look forward to attending Emrys $5.00 writing workshops on Sundays this summer.
Make no mistake. Mini-steps matter.
What mini-step outside your comfort zone do you need to take today?
I wish we had those writing opportunities in Roanoke! I guess I'll live vicariously through you, and design my own mini-steps. Maybe some fun writing prompts??
BTW – delighted to sit with an Auburn grad?? Did you forget that you LIVE with a VT grad?? Could there be anything better??
Tell him I said "Hi!" and "you're welcome" 😉
Ha!! How could I forget? Fun writing prompts — love it!
Don't forget the very important step of announcing you were going and inviting folks to join you. I went because I knew you were going to be there. Thanks, it was a fruitful morning!
Tina
It was fruitful indeed, and a lot of fun with you nearby. 🙂
Whether large or mini, each step we take out of our comfort zone brings us closer to where we were meant to be all along. I'm glad you didn't let uncomfortable-ness stop you from pursuing a passion.
Thank you, Allison!