Outside

There is a whole world outside. Outside of our homes, outside of our town, and outside of our screens. It reaches beyond our capacity to see, hear, feel, smell, and taste. The outside world is endless and forever expanding, and that has a tendency to scare us and lead us into believing that the outside world is dangerous, harmful, and should be avoided.
But here's another way we can look at it: the outside world is full of beauty, adventure, and opportunity. No one remains the same after stepping outside the boundaries of their familiar comfort zone. I know this for one simple reason. I experienced it first hand.
On June 27th, 2022, I embarked on my first solo roadtrip. I live in Florida, and I had never been to the East Coast. I have always wanted to go to Boston, but I never made any attempt to actually go. This past summer was the first summer in a long time that I was single and had no obligations. I decided that this was my chance, and I went.
Every day was filled with new adventures and challenges, many of which I overcame on my own. When I started my engine and headed back to Florida, I had a sense of pride and accomplishment that I had never felt before. I knew that I could do anything I set my mind to, and I knew that I could do it on my own.
I know that it’s scary to think about leaving the comfort of home, but I promise, you won’t regret it. Stepping outside is the first step toward limitless possibilities. You are capable of so much more than you think you are. So next time fear tries to keep you from doing something you want to do, remember that the world outside is waiting for you. And there is so much of it, and it is all yours to explore.