Trying something new at any age can be intimidating. Most people will hesitate when it comes to putting themselves in a position where they may appear unskilled or “bad” at something. I see that over and over again within my work as a counselor. That fear or discomfort could be stopping you from trying something you may end up enjoying or may lead you to a new road of discovery.

That is the case for me. I have been talking and thinking about writing for years now. For the last several years I have identified it as something I want to accomplish when making resolutions on January 1. So why, on May 7, am I finally putting my fingers on the keyboard? I don’t know. I started this profile a couple weeks ago and have kept it as an open tab on my laptop as a constant reminder. Today is just the magical day.

Is there anything like that for you? Something you have been meaning to do for months or years? Something you put off whenever you think of it but it keeps niggling in your brain? I encourage you to join me in this Moment of Bravery. This will be a short initial entry but it is a start. All journeys start with a single step, right?