Saturnsglow Is getting in the Holiday Mood.
It is an analogy we all know—the phrase “stepping outside the box”. Although it is an overused expression, I think the box-esque description of getting outside our comfort zone is a good one. I have been stepping outside of my own comfort zone more and more lately. When I get outside my comfort zone, it feels uneasy and worrisome. Inside the “box” feels safe and accepting and confident. Outside the box feels dangerous and feels insecure. Also, because I am venturing out into new territory, such a move may result in rejection by others who are used to my “regular self”.
While inside the box can be wonderful and comforting, if we stay there too long, we will eventually become stale, much like bread locked up inside its package way past its expiration date.
In order to renew ourselves and grow, and as uncomfortable as it is sometimes, it is important to break the borders of our boxes and to venture out more. It is also important not to over-think our actions, but to recognize the courage of our journey. And perhaps hardest of all, it is important not to rely on the acceptance of others, but to lean steadily on our own self-acceptance and have a real appreciation of our effort.
