You Never Know Until You Try | by Madisyn Taylor When contemplating whether to do something or not, a plucky voice in our heads may say, "You never know until you try." This is time-honored wisdom that encourages us to be game rather than to hold back. It reminds us that it is only through experience that we learn about this world and ourselves. Even if we regret the outcome, we have learned something, and the newfound knowledge is almost always worth it. This wisdom can be applied to situations both large and small. From crossing the Atlantic on a boat to trying Ethiopian food, there's only one way to find out what it's like. We have all had experiences where we tried something we didn't think we'd like and fell in love. We may have found ourselves stuck with nothing to read but a "boring" book, only to kick-start a lifelong passion for Victorian literature. We may have decided that sailing was not for us until we fell in love with someone with a boat. On the other hand, we may try tofu only to learn that it is truly not for us. In this case, we gain greater self-knowledge from the experience. And yet, we might still remain open to trying it prepared in a different way. The right marinade might make you a convert--you'll never know if you don't try it. It is often said that at the end of our lives we are more likely to regret the things we did not do than the things we did. As an exercise to test your own willingness to discover through doing, try making a list of things you regret not having done. You may begin to notice patterns such as a failure to say what you really think at key moments or closed-mindedness to certain types of activities. Just being aware of the opportunities you missed might encourage you not to miss them again. There's only one way to find out. | DailyOM Course Spotlight by Debbie Ford How many times have you felt yourself shrink? How many times have you made yourself small enough to fit into some role? How many times have you kept your mouth shut when you wanted to speak out or handed over your power to someone who didn't have your best interests at heart? How many times have you told yourself, "I can't. I'm not strong enough. I'm not courageous or confident enough to be all that I desire to be?" Fear is built into our human operating system. It is a useful emotion that has gone seriously awry. Fear is a very real emotion that can render us powerless. In this course you will learn 14 key lessons to help you overcome fear by uncovering it, understanding it, and ultimately embracing it by finding its gifts. In this course, you will learn how to overcome fear, ignite self-confidence and embody courage. There is a new audio guided meditation with each lesson to help you directly access your inner wisdom, resulting in tangible action steps to help you take the steps to living a courageous life. Top 10 DailyOM Courses 1. Change Your Life with Energy Medicine Yoga 2. Fit and Fierce Over 40 3. Healing Mantras for Anxiety and Depression 4. Overcoming Body Stiffness 5. From Codependent to Independent 6. Chair Yoga for Healing, Strength and Mobility 7. Skinny Thinking: Taking Off The Weight 8. 21 Day Yoga Shred For Men 9. 21 Day Plant-Based Plan for a Lighter, Happier YOU! 10. A Year to Clear What is Holding You Back!
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