I love this quote so much because it's so very true. I chose this quote for that reason; and also because the priest at my church is forever encouraging church-goers to step out of their comfort zone. Now, when he encourages it; he's talking about the spiritual comfort zone. I like to interpret it as something else, myself. I choose to take his advice and try to apply it to my own life, stepping a bit outside my own comfort zones each day.
My comfort zone, to be honest, is pretty small for the most part. It can range, but it depends on the situation. For example, a comfort zone for me is how I look. It took a long time for me to build up enough confidence to step out of my comfort zone and go out in public without makeup on. It may seem silly, but it was at one point a mental complex of mine. Aside from that, ways I try to step outside of my comfort zone daily are relatively small. However; I try to look upon them as accomplishments anyway. I get social anxiety at times and it can range from mild to severe; depending on the day and the situation I'm in. I try to at a minimum get out in public once a day and while out, force myself to talk to someone even if it's just a sales clerk or a random person. It's a way to not only train my mind; but to break free of the comfort zone. However, I believe that this isn't what the quote means. I think the quote was looking to a much simpler level- stating that "life" begins when you step out of your comfort zone to reference memories. I believe my dad was correct in stating that most times; breaking free from your comfort zone in large ways will create memories- lasting memories that will stay with you for life. Being young, timid, and a bit of a loner; I can't say I've made any of these such memories yet... but the ones I have are good enough. I'll leave the comfort zone someday; and I'm sure I'll make plenty more memories when I finally do. -- Maddie
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