I’m doing something this weekend that kinda makes me want to throw up. It makes me so uncomfortable… I also know it’s going to be really, really good for me. (But I still want to 🤮)
I’ll spill my tea in the comments. Then, it’s your turn to share: Have you ever needed to do something that made you really uncomfortable… and you did it anyway?
I know hearing your stories will help me feel a little bit better about what I’m about to do. (And I bet it will help someone else who’s maybe struggling with doing something big too.)
This weekend I am sharing a family secret. On stage. To an audience.
There are people I know really well (and who’ve known me for a long time) who don’t even know this thing about me because I literally never talk about it. But it’s always bothered me because if I want to be authentic, I need to share how this “thing” totally changed me.
If you had told me—even 6 months ago—that I would be sharing this extremely personal story publicly, I would have never believed it. But here I am, with my stomach in knots getting ready to do this. So here we go…
I am in the process of writing a book. It’s a self published type book where I am sharing the knowledge and beliefs I have surrounding workplace wellness. The scary part is that I am sharing parts of the book with some family members this weekend. I feel so vulnerable and raw…. to the point I just want to turn around and run.
Linda - I love that you are writing a book! I have to say, writing my books was a full exercise in vulnerability so I definitely understand!! I hope this weekend goes well - I’m sending you positive vibes. 💕
Once I started leading people I have had a few of these situations where you need to confront a situation that is difficult and would be easier to ignore but you know you can't. I put a lot of time sketching out how to approach it to help it go smoothly and once I got through it I am so glad I did!
It’s always those first few minutes that are the hardest, right? I find, too, that once I get the conversation started, I immediately feel better. I like how you take time on the front end to prepare - I think that’s a smart way to approach hard conversations.
About two years ago I quit my job as a paralegal with a sole-practitioner and I was hired a floater at a new firm, thinking I was going to be this GREAT paralegal. I realized a year into the position, that I love organizing, assisting lawyers, and I also love the partial paralegal role. About 3 months ago, I decided to tell my administrator, and I was put into a role, where I am thriving.
I know some might read this and think that is not really uncomfortable, but for me being a high achiever, I found this very uncomfortable, but I did it anyway. I am learning to really dive in and dig deep to find my true self.
I'm so appreciative of Tanya for this platform, so that this group of people have a safe place to share their thoughts and triumphs.
What's uncomfortable is different for everyone. I can totally understand why this would be difficult, especially as a high achiever. The journey to dive deep and find your true self is not a simple or easy one... but it's so rewarding. Kudos to you for doing it!! (And thank you for the kind words about this platform, I'm thrilled we've created this space!)
This weekend I am sharing a family secret. On stage. To an audience.
There are people I know really well (and who’ve known me for a long time) who don’t even know this thing about me because I literally never talk about it. But it’s always bothered me because if I want to be authentic, I need to share how this “thing” totally changed me.
If you had told me—even 6 months ago—that I would be sharing this extremely personal story publicly, I would have never believed it. But here I am, with my stomach in knots getting ready to do this. So here we go…
I am in the process of writing a book. It’s a self published type book where I am sharing the knowledge and beliefs I have surrounding workplace wellness. The scary part is that I am sharing parts of the book with some family members this weekend. I feel so vulnerable and raw…. to the point I just want to turn around and run.
Linda - I love that you are writing a book! I have to say, writing my books was a full exercise in vulnerability so I definitely understand!! I hope this weekend goes well - I’m sending you positive vibes. 💕
Although I did not receive the feedback, I was looking for, I did receive the support that I needed 😊
You are my hero.
You are making me blush. ☺️ you’ve done some pretty epic stuff yourself lately. Proud of you. 😘
Once I started leading people I have had a few of these situations where you need to confront a situation that is difficult and would be easier to ignore but you know you can't. I put a lot of time sketching out how to approach it to help it go smoothly and once I got through it I am so glad I did!
It’s always those first few minutes that are the hardest, right? I find, too, that once I get the conversation started, I immediately feel better. I like how you take time on the front end to prepare - I think that’s a smart way to approach hard conversations.
About two years ago I quit my job as a paralegal with a sole-practitioner and I was hired a floater at a new firm, thinking I was going to be this GREAT paralegal. I realized a year into the position, that I love organizing, assisting lawyers, and I also love the partial paralegal role. About 3 months ago, I decided to tell my administrator, and I was put into a role, where I am thriving.
I know some might read this and think that is not really uncomfortable, but for me being a high achiever, I found this very uncomfortable, but I did it anyway. I am learning to really dive in and dig deep to find my true self.
I'm so appreciative of Tanya for this platform, so that this group of people have a safe place to share their thoughts and triumphs.
What's uncomfortable is different for everyone. I can totally understand why this would be difficult, especially as a high achiever. The journey to dive deep and find your true self is not a simple or easy one... but it's so rewarding. Kudos to you for doing it!! (And thank you for the kind words about this platform, I'm thrilled we've created this space!)