Unpopular opinion: The Comfort Zone is awesome
How many times have you been told by a teacher, parent, or boss to...
“Push past your comfort zone, Reader! You’ll never get anywhere if you stay SAFE!”
As if safety and comfort should be avoided like that friend who’s always experimenting with natural deodorant.
(Eeek… I was that friend. I did recently find a great natural deodorant that doesn't make me emit real-life stink lines like Pig Pen.)
Yes, it’s true that growth requires a degree of discomfort. It is ALSO true that comfort and safety are important, too.
I slapped on an extra coat of bold red lipstick 👄 (ironically getting out of my comfort zone) to film a quick rant about my love for the Comfort Zone.
WATCH NOW >> IN DEFENSE OF THE COMFORT ZONE
It’s quick –– less than 7 minutes. Take a short stretch break, watch the video, then reply and tell me…
What’s one thing you’ll do this month to bring yourself comfort and joy? Hit reply and let me know so I can cheer you on.
Xo,
Renee
PPS – Have a writer friend who could use more comfort and joy in their writing life? Forward this email or share this link and spread the joy! 👯♀️
PPS – My wish for you this holiday season: Be gentle with yourself. I’m sending you buckets and buckets of comfort and joy. 🎁
Renee Long Writes
Here are three things bringing me joy lately. I hope they do the same for you, Reader. #1 – Ted Lasso | TV Series | Apple TV A show about kindness, teamwork, and being a joyful underdog. Guaranteed to bring the warm and fuzzies and plenty of belly laughs (Jason Sudeikis is a gem). #2 – This podcast episode, "A Spell to Stop 'Feeling Behind'" by Natalie Miller of Mind Witchery. Writing students often tell me, "I'm so behind on my novel." Natalie explains how "behind" isn't a feeling, and then...
Florence Foster Jenkins is widely known as "the world's worst opera singer." Madame Florence adored music and had big dreams to become a renowned soprano. She was diligent in her practice. She performed, recorded, and advocated for herself as an artist. Yet, her vocals were consistently flat and her rhythm off. Despite years of practice and an unshakable belief in herself, Florence's voice sounded like an alley cat in the throes of a difficult labor. Google "Florence Foster Jenkins singing"...
Florence Foster Jenkins is widely known as "the world's worst opera singer." Madame Florence adored music and had big dreams to become a renowned soprano. She was diligent in her practice. She performed, recorded, and advocated for herself as an artist. Yet, her vocals were consistently flat and her rhythm off. Despite years of practice and an unshakable belief in herself, Florence's voice sounded like an alley cat in the throes of a difficult labor. Google "Florence Foster Jenkins singing"...