Day 4: Expansion.

"Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one's courage"

-Anais Nin

That is my favorite quote from Nin, which I repeat to myself with each passing step away from the comfort zone. I've loved these steps. It's not even the risks; it's living deliberately which is thrilling. I am finding this is less about discarding habits and more about reclaiming self. The trick seems to be disconnecting from the outcome, which is where I think a lot of us put our energy. I know I did. But what is happening is infinitely more exciting than what might happen, I have to say.

YESTERDAY'S RESULTS:

So as of yesterday, I have my eyes on exploring an old passion with a new path in the world of styling. I submitted my resume for some positions, and even though my experience is COMPLETELY out of sync with the requirements, I know I'd be up to the task if handed the responsibilities. But even better, thanks to a wonderfully supportive boyfriend, who happens to be an amazing photographer (www.colemanphotographix.com), I have a new outlet to explore the style thing. Now I just need some willing subjects to style...

TODAY'S RISK: Submit Photography to Photo Contests & Outlets.


Speaking of photography, I picked up a camera about three years ago, thanks again to a certain someone and have been clicking away ever since. Though I have always received kind feedback, I never strayed further than a Flickr account to upload the photos. Well, in light of submitting my writing into the world, I am doing the same today with some of my favorite shots, and entering some well known photography contests. I don't expect or even care to win - I just want to participate.

Thank you for the encouragement!