Taking the Leap

Every morning these past few weeks, I have listened to the radio while driving to work. This morning though, I felt that the morning talk on Z100 was meant for me. They were discussing how one of their newest radio hosts has been adjusting to living in NYC compared to a small town in Ohio where she previously lived in. Most of the conversation revolved around taking the leap and facing the fear of starting over and taking the risk for something you want.

People were calling in and many shared their own stories of how they moved out of their home town to another city, some came from other countries for a job opportunity, and there was even one woman that said she took a 2 year job in Amsterdam, while living in Chicago. This one naturally captured my attention, considering my own desire to move to Rotterdam in the near future.

This woman shared that she debated on taking the job abroad because she was waiting to hear back from another job in LA, but she realized she didn't know anyone in either place and therefore didn't see the difference and took the leap, and left the country. During her time in Amsterdam, not only did see enjoy her time there, she ended up meeting her husband there and managed to convince him to move back to the States with her.

Although I know that wouldn't be the case with me, I still could relate to her story. I've struggled with accepting the idea of leaving my home to start a new life in Holland, but taking the leap might be the best route for me to take. If all I do is worry or focus on the hard part, I risk missing out on all of the opportunities and experiences that are just waiting for me to dive into.

But until that day comes, I will apply this into more every day goals. Taking the leap and risking a little more for the sake of living and experiencing something new, something that can better my life and those around me. Will you be willing to take the leap on something you've been prolonging?