Out of the Comfort Zone, Close to Home
MINI EXCURSIONS CAN SHAKE UP YOUR ROUTINE
When many of us think about “stepping outside of our comfort zones,” we imagine uncomfortable experiences or believe we need to buy a plane ticket. But what if challenging yourself to try something new could actually be fun, and closer to home than you think? Mini adventures in your own city and the surrounding areas can help you break out of your routine in just a day trip or an afternoon. CHOOSE THE NEW THING. You don’t need to go on a country-wide quest or expensive voyage to reap the benefits of mini excursions. Just go someplace you’ve never been before. Maybe you’ve quietly admired the architecture on your daily commutes, but have never gone on a historic walking tour to explore it. If you have a fear you want to overcome, like deep water or heights, consider booking a guided kayaking session or visiting one of your city’s tallest buildings. Late local travel reporter Neil Zurcher wrote a series of books all about short, local getaways here in Ohio and our neighboring states. You can choose one of his favorite one-tank trips.
PUT IT ON YOUR CALENDAR. Commit to the trip by putting it on your calendar. It doesn’t have to be high-cost and can be as simple as blocking out a mini adventure once a month. With our busy schedules, it’s easy to put off these growth opportunities, especially if we’re nervous to try something we’ve never done before. Actually writing it down will show you that you do have the time available and can keep it a priority. BRING BACKUP. Getting out of your comfort zone, even for a fun, low-risk outing, can be nerve- racking. Enlist a friend or your family to join you. Knowing you’re not going it alone can help you get past the hurdle of fear and will only enhance your trip. There may be hidden gems in your city that your loved ones have also never heard of. Here in Cleveland, there are plenty of affordable museums and interesting sites, so it’s not a big ask. Stepping outside of your comfort zone doesn’t have to be completely daunting or pricey. With each mini trip, you’re helping yourself grow and have homegrown fun along the way.
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