7 Simple Ways to Leave your Comfort Zone

We have all heard about the importance of leaving your comfort zone. Unfortunately for most people it is easier said than done. That is why this post will contain 7 easy things to do to get out of your comfort zone. These things can help build confidence and aid as building blocks in your journey in trying to push through your fears.

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1. Change your routine

Humans are creatures of habit. Everybody loves to get in a routine and stick with it. Try changing up that routine so that you can get a little more comfortable with being uncomfortable.

2. Try a new restaurant

It can be tempting to go to the same old couple of restaurants every time you go out to eat. After all, you know what your’e getting, and you know it will be good enough. Next time you go out, try a restaurant you have never been to. You might just discover your new favorite dish.

3. Try a new workout

It can be easy to get in a workout routine you are comfortable with and just stick with. Next you go to the gym, try an exercise you’ve never done. It may just become your new favorite workout.

4. Fail at something new

Try and do something you have never done before. Whether that be taking dancing lessons or trying a new hobby. Failing can feel uncomfortable to some, but failure is the first step to success.

5. Meet somebody new

Try striking up a conversation with that coworker you never talk to or with the person in the line behind you at the grocery store. You never know, they could become your new best friend.

6. Try cooking a new recipe

If you’re anything like me, you probably make the same foods every week. Try making something this week that may be a little more difficult than your regular recipes. You may accidentally find a new comfort recipe.

7. Try a new hairstyle

Most of us shy away from trying a new hairstyle or a new outfit because they are worried of what others may think. Truth is, everybody is so worried about how they look they don’t have time to judge your new look. Trying out a new look can be just the confidence boost you were looking for.