9 Positive Reasons to Do Something New

What comes to your brain if someone says you should try something new? Are you excited to jump in and try it? Or are you terrified of possible adverse outcomes? See, most women get scared away by the thought of trying something they have never tried before. And that is okay.

The next time you get nervous about experimenting with something new, come back to your “why” and remind yourself of these positive outcomes.

1.  You Will Learn What You Are Capable of

How do you know if you do not try? As soon as you start mixing it up and trying new things, you will unveil things about yourself that you never knew before. You may have a hidden talent or a personal interest that grows into something big.

2.  Humility is an Added Bonus

When you try something, and you fall on your face. The bright side is that you earn a sense of humility.

3.  Capitalize on the Successes

Creating your next opportunity makes it that much more satisfying when you hit the jackpot. Yes, it takes a lot of trial and error, but it is worth it to be able to celebrate your big wins.

4.  One Down, Many to Go

Once you conquer one new thing, it feels like you can take on the whole planet. You may get going with something small like learning how to paint, and the next thing you know, you will be trying to learn a new instrument and master a new language.

5.  You Will Stop Feeling Like You Are Alone

Because you are not alone. Trying something new teaches you that everything has been done before many times. You are not alone in this adventure – and you can reach out to others for support and help in your endeavor.

6.  Excuses will Subside

An excuse is an easy way out. It is a coping mechanism, and it is a sign of vulnerability. In the past, you might have said something like, “No, I will do that next year,” regarding trying new activities. But as you begin to try new things, you will feel less inclined to dole out the excuses.

7.  You Will Have Greater Control

It is a contradiction since, in some respects, you lessen your control. Trying new things puts you in a vulnerable place—you are not always sure what will happen, and you are not in complete control of the circumstances. But at the same time, releasing power teaches you how to control the things you CAN control.

8.  Learning Opportunities

Trying something new = learning something new. There are endless opportunities out there waiting to appear!

9.  You Will be a Role Model

People are vetted of their abilities to handle life and create exciting experiences for themselves. If you want to be a role model for someone, put yourself out there and show them how it is done!