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And the day came when the risk it took to remain tight in the bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom. ~ Anaïs Nin
When you take a leap in faith to follow your heart, you do so knowing that there is no guarantee that you will succeed.
Often, when you finally do pursue your dream, it’s because it has become too unbearable for you to remain docile in a particular situation or way of being. For whatever reason, you resolve that change is needed.
And so you calculate the risk.
Is it what I really want? Is it worth pursuing even if nothing comes of it? What are the pros and cons of taking this risk? What might I lose? What might I gain?
All growth seems to happen when it becomes uncomfortable to remain where and how you are. And whether it manifests itself the way you hoped it would or not, growth always adds value, sometimes it even leads to more than you envisioned.
~ DIANA’S ENORMOUS BOOK OF QUOTES ~
What’s the most important risk you ever took? Did it work out the way you hoped it would? What did you learn through the process?
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Diana I love that quote and the thought that if we hold back its even more painful. I guess it is scary when we put ourselves out there. When i first applied to be a member of the art/craft shop I am now involved with. I felt so vulnerable waiting for their call to be accepted. And then when someone buys a piece of my art it still makes my smile large and it has nothing to do with the money. I like the idea that my art is hanging in someone’s house and making them happy.
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Thanks for sharing that with us here Kath. Your art is beautiful, just like your heart. ❤
Diana xo
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Awe you are so sweet Diana have a wonderful day.
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Sharing what’s in my heart feels risky. I lean in repeatedly to the gift of it.
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I love “I lean in repeatedly” That’s courage Vicki! ❤
Diana xo
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Changing from the aerospace field to teaching. I found more fulfillment in reaching a heart of a student than reaching for the stars.
“Of all sad words of tongue or pen, the saddest are these, ‘It might have been.'” – John Greenleaf Whittier
-Alan
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You’re a people person like me Alan! Glad you love teaching and thanks for sharing that amazing quote! ❤
Diana xo
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We are in the midst of taking a risk by downsizing and moving to a rural area about 15 hours drive from our current home. Is it worth the risk? Yes, and I’m looking forward to seeing what comes of it.
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I hope it is everything you hope for and more April. ❤
Diana xo
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Thank you.
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There are some things that I rather not do. Violence is one such thing.
Some have called me a coward but I’ve walked away.
But the first time some one hurt my wife – I beat the shit out of that guy, even though he was much bigger than me.
I continue to go out of my way to avoid violence.
Does that count, D, my friend?
Eric xoxo
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Everything we do to stay aligned with our values counts Eric! Not being violent is admirable. ❤
Diana xo
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Starting a blog was such a leap of faith for me. But like the movie “What about Bob” says, “Baby steps”.
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So glad you did start a blog Don! ❤
Diana xo
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Going on a blind date, way back when and finding my soulmate because of it
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What a cool story Jo-Anne! ❤
Diana xo
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I’m a little nervous to take risks these days but you’ve got me thinking once again!
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Oh Julie, you’re one of the bravest people I know. Hugs. ❤
Diana xo
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I love that quote Diana. I guess I have taken some risks over my life and I am about to do that again this week when I launch my new book to the world ha! When I face my fears and the uncertainty of life, I find I always learn that I have a lot more strength, courage and love then I give myself credit for. Risk taking helps me see this and I hope it allows others to give it a go too. 🙂
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I’m so excited for you to be launching your book Karen – enjoy it! ❤
Diana xo
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I don’t know that I’ve taken lots of risks. I guess I have, but have a hard time looking backwards and seeing them as such.
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I’m sure you have Colleen. ❤
Diana xo
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Thank you for the excellent reminder, Diana.
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You’re welcome and thank you Russ. ❤
Diana xo
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“What’s the most important risk you ever took?”
Getting married to that person. 😮
“Did it work out the way you hoped it would?”
Nope. More like the opposite. 😥
“What did you learn through the process?”
Not to do that again!
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Very succinct answers Smitty! Sorry it didn’t work out. ❤
Diana xo
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Yeah, me too.
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I’m fond of taking risks… and they always seem to work out. Biggest one was leaving Salt Lake City after 4 years of being homesick for the east coast. We sold our home, packed our things in a U-Haul van and drove east. No home or job to go to..we took a chance in a very bleak late 1970’s economy. Within 3 months, we were resettled in the Midwest, not exactly coastal, but closer to family. ☺
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Love it Van, the heart wants what it wants and when there is a will, there usually comes a way. ❤
Diana xo
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Looking back I have taken a lot of risks … And they have all turned out for the best. I ally be
I love this quote! 💛
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(smiling) Doesn’t surprise me about you Val and I really love the quote too! ❤
Diana xo
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Getting married was a risk– my father didn’t initially approve of my husband bc he didn’t like his father (my husband’s father).. my father made things very difficult for me and I was in the middle many times. I did what I believed and while no marriage is perfect, I’ve been quite happy (I think!) for 34 years.
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Wow Lisa, that would be so hard to manage, I’m glad he approves now and that you and your husband are happy together. ❤
Diana xo
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