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Your comfort zone is so, well, comfy. Why would you ever need to leave it? Not to mention that being uncomfortable is so …uncomfortable. However, there are several reasons you need to leave your comfort zone. Read on to find out more. Your Comfort Zone Won’t Grow Do you wish you were more comfortable with certain things? You will never become comfortable with new things unless you step out of your comfort zone. This is the number one reason that you should. Your comfort zone is a huge part of who you are, and if you want to grow as a person, your comfort zone needs to grow too. If you never step outside of it, well, you may be stuck in the same place for a while. Staying in…

At some point in your life, you have probably had someone tell you to "step out of your comfort zone," but how do you know what your comfort zone is exactly? The truth is, your comfort zone isn't as easily defined as you might think. Comfort Zones Look Different For Everyone The hardest thing about defining your comfort zone is that it looks completely different from everyone else's. While there might be something that is well within your comfort zone, like taking an international trip alone, this could be well outside of the realm of someone else's comfort zone. That same person, who stepped outside of their comfort zone to travel internationally alone, could be right at home trying new foods while you feel uncomfortable doing so. Because comfort zones…

Everyone knows you're supposed to step out of your comfort zone, but it's just so difficult to do so! One of the ways to make it easier on yourself is to get more comfortable outside of your comfort zone. This way, it's not as difficult to step out, but this can be easier said than done.Below are a few tips that can help you get more comfortable outside of your comfort zone. Write a List of Your Fears Just what is it that makes you so uncomfortable? Make a list. This way, you can easily see the things that are causing you discomfort. Be sure that you write this list down. Writing your fears can make them seem less scary and feel more approachable, and this is an important step…

Change can be difficult to deal with, mainly because it is uncomfortable. However, change is an essential part of life. If you can't deal with change, you will never move forward or grow as a person. Below are some ways to help yourself be more comfortable with any changes that are coming your way. Recognize When Change is Coming Sometimes, change is so uncomfortable because you weren't expecting it. This is why you should do your best to recognize when change is coming and tell yourself in advance. For example, maybe your boss just put in her two weeks' notice. This means that there will be a new boss in two weeks, who will probably want to change a few things around the office. Let yourself know this and go…

Being uncomfortable is never any fun, but if you want to be successful in life, you will likely have to be uncomfortable for at least a small period in your life.You will face several uncomfortable things on the road to success, and if you want to be successful, you will need to do them anyway. Network Meeting new people is never fun. It is often uncomfortable because you have to start over explaining who you are and why you do what you do. However, networking is a critical part of success. This doesn't just mean at events. If you truly want to be successful, you need to be networking everywhere you go! Whether at the grocery store, or a walk in the park, strike up a conversation with someone new.…

Sometimes in life, you have to have some awkward conversations—it's inevitable. However, there are ways to make awkward conversations less awkward. You have to know how to handle them. Keep reading to learn a few easy tips for handling the awkward conversations that you have to have in your life. Don’t Let the Conversation Pause Although the conversation is already awkward, it will be more awkward if there are lots of long pauses. Try to keep the conversation going even if it is tough. If you don't know what to say right away and need a moment to think, then say that. It will keep the conversation going and give you a moment to think without awkwardness. Add in a Joke Depending on the tone of the awkward conversation, it…

Ready to leave your comfort zone? It won't be easy. Leaving your comfort zone will always be a bit …uncomfortable! If you can handle a little discomfort, you will be able to reap some amazing benefits when you leave your comfort zone. Keep reading to find out more about the amazing benefits that come with stepping outside of your comfort zone. You Will Be More Productive You may not associate your comfort zone with productivity, but the reality is, when you stay in your comfort zone, you are telling yourself that you can't do things. When you say you can't do something, no matter how small it is, this harms your overall productivity. You Will Be Able to Adapt Easier Have you ever wondered how someone can fit into a…

Are you scared of public speaking?You aren't alone. Many people in this world can't imagine getting up in front of a crowd and delivering a presentation. The good news is, there are several ways to deal with a fear of public speaking. Keep reading to find out more. Practice, Practice, Practice It has been said time and time again that practice makes perfect. The more you practice in advance of a public speaking event, the better it will go. If it goes well, you will find that your confidence improves tremendously. Take your practice to the next level and practice in front of a mirror or a friend. You'll be surprised how much better you feel when you are well prepared. Focus On Your Speaking When you practice for your…

Taking a risk in life can be scary, and often your friends and family will warn you against it. However, did you know that taking some risks is in your best interest?Below are four ways that taking risks can help you. You’ll Learn How to Fail Many people are scared to take risks because they are afraid to fail. However, the possibility of failure is actually a reason you should take risks. Anyone who has ever told you that they've never failed has likely never succeeded either. Failure is an absolutely critical part of success. How can you know how to succeed unless you've learned a few ways not to succeed? It also helps you build character and shape you into a better, more well-prepared person. So take a risk,…

Doing uncomfortable things is difficult, mainly because they put you in a position where you aren't comfortable. It's hard to follow through on tasks when you are uncomfortable. The harsh truth is sometimes these uncomfortable things can make you more successful, especially if you do the following three things. Develop Healthy Habits Have you ever seen a successful person that stays in bed all day and eats nothing but junk food? Exactly, they don't exist. The number one uncomfortable thing you have to do if you want to be more successful is to develop healthy habits. These habits include getting out of bed earlier, eating healthy, and exercising at some point during the day. These things aren't fun, but they must be done if you want to be successful. Start…