Embrace Fear for Life-Changing Opportunities

*THE BEST THINGS IN LIFE ARE TERRIFYING*⁠ 😱😁🥳⁠ Lately, I've been thinking about some of the most pivotal moments in my life, and how with each one of them there was a great deal of fear involved.⁠ ✨⁠ When my friends bailed on a summer Euro-trip, I made the scary decision to go solo. I truly wouldn't be as confident or independent today if I hadn't gone.⁠ 🤸‍♀️⁠ When I couldn't find a job after college, I made the scary decision to try my hand at travel blogging -- which today is my full-time job.⁠ ✈️⁠ When my close male friend asked me out, I was scared to say yes and potentially ruin our friendship -- but ultimately ended up marrying my best friend.⁠ ❤️⁠ Now, I'm not saying everything that scares you is a good idea, but I think your gut is typically a good indication. Your brain will always try to protect you from failure, but sometimes taking those chances can lead to beautiful life-changing things. #BeyondTheGuidebook⁠