Comfort Zones

I started writing my blog with my children in mind. I want them to have something of me that they can read and look back on and know who I am. So, as we were sitting in church today I got to thinking about my job that I have had for a little over a year. I work with kids mostly but, I deal with their parents and co-workers as well and one thing that I have learned is that I shouldn't be shy or introverted when it comes to interacting with them. I'm good at passing people and saying, "Hi, how are you?" but that is as far as my comfort zone allows me to go most of the time. It has been really good for me to reach past my "comfort zone" and G-R-O-W. Sometimes it is hard but, the more I get past "myself," the easier it becomes. Sometimes I find myself having a long conversation with a stranger at work and I think to myself that this just isn't me. However, it is not only good for me and the company that I work for but I am realizing how good it is for my children to see me interact with others. I think that it gives them more confidence to do the same. I used to joke around with people when I didn't work outside the home and say, " I need some adult conversation today." Now, here I am with it all around me and it's kind of uncomfortable at times. Or rather, It's just easier to stay in my own little corner of the world and deal with what I know best. Here's to moving forward and overcoming challenges!