End of Year Review

I can't believe it has been one year since I decided to challenge myself as much as I possibly could. What a year this has been.

I am so glad I was able to make this journey. This blog has been the reason I have challenged myself so many times. If I didn't have to write down every time I tried something new or challenged myself, I wouldn't have done very much this year at all.

I have learned so many lessons this year it's hard to properly articulate how much I have grown. Here are just a few:

-One never really knows how strong they are, or even what type of individual they are, until they are faced with great adversity. It is in these moments that the true nature of the person responds. I would strongly encourage every person to take a deep look at themselves when they are the most stressed and discover more things about themselves then they ever thought possible.

-Life is messy, unpredictable, beautiful, ugly and awful all at the same time. However, if you can laugh through most of it and keep a smile on your face, you'll come out further ahead than the person who has the most prized possessions.

-Don't be afraid to try new things, or put yourself in awkward situations. It is in these moments you realize who you really are and do the most growing. Either you like it or you don't. The moment will pass and all you have left is the memory.

-Surround yourself with good people. They will make you feel as though you matter, even when you make a mistake, and don't feel as though you have any real contribution to make. Contributions, even small, can make a big impact on someone, including complete strangers.

- Get outside and take advantage of where you live. I am truly blessed to live in BC and have had the opportunity to travel all over this beautiful province. I am so grateful for all of the things I have seen.

-Learn as much as you can about whatever interests you. Take the time while you can. You never know where this knowledge can take you.

-Try new foods. If other cultures can survive on it, there's probably a reason for that and leftovers can only keep for so long.

-It's okay to stick your neck out and look like a complete idiot, as long as there is a reason for it. Not everyone will understand where you are going or where you have come from. Don't pass judgment. Everyone's path is different.

May your 2012 be as happy as you make it!
Thanks for reading
Lynn