What is the problem with the comfort zone?!
It is a trend that “leaving your comfort zone” is the way to success. And virally, this kind of photo is all over the internet.
In fact, “being” in a comfort zone or “leaving” a comfort zone is based on subjectivity. From my experience wigth many people in the information technology field, I saw revolutionary ideas about comfort zone. Sometimes it is something you can live with, because it is “safe and feels like in control”.
My theory is that you don’t need to get out of it if you really feel safe and in control, your life is stable and this is your main target.
But, sometimes you need to explore “just explore” the life outside your comfort zone. To take that leap to see what is going on, then decide: do you really want to continue living in your comfort zone or you need to get out.
Comfort zone is relative. I had one of my students that saw that 3 years is too long for a comfort zone, and then decided to find her way to a new world.
For me, it was 10 years of being in a comfort zone. And it was really comfort and safe. Taking off of this zone wasn’t that easy at all.
Lots of questions arose in my mind for weeks, am I right? is it good to get out of my comfort zone at this time?
All of those questions are valid and common when taking such a decision. It makes you uncomfortable and feel unsafe for a while. But then, mind controls and the right decision “as I hoped” will take place.
From time to time, take a look outside your circles. Then decide based on your observations. Life is changing so fast, sometimes faster than you think. And suddenly, you will see a whole new world out there. just take a look.
When you take this step, you will see the life with different prespective. It can be a huge step in your career, a totally new culture and people. This should be an exciting time.
In his book “The Art of Risk: The New Science of Courage, Caution, and Chance”, kayt Sukel did a great job explaining the wonderful journey of being a risk-taker. I will quote some of her words in this amazing book:
Failure, when it comes to future risk-taking, is a gift. Successful risk-takers are often motivated by failure—it’s what tells them that they aren’t done preparing yet. It’s an inspiration to work harder, to train better, and to learn more.
There’s risk in going out into the world. And there’s risk in staying home. Risk is everywhere. It’s time to acknowledge that very few decisions in life come with any sort of guaranteed outcome. Pretending risk is something than can be left to other people—you know, real risk-takers like professional poker players, firefighters, teenagers, BASE jumpers, community advocates, entrepreneurs, Special Forces operators, or brain surgeons—does none of us any favors. It makes risk seem like something out of the ordinary—and a lot scarier than it has to be. Over time,
Risk is good; it can lead to glory and happiness. We need to find a bit of a happy medium here. Because, more and more, scientists are learning that risk is neither good nor bad. Rather, they’re finding that risk-taking is necessary. Remember that old adage “Good experience comes from bad judgment?” It’s more than just a catchy expression
Risk-taking is an integral part of the brain’s learning system. It is there to push on boundaries and help us learn and adapt. Sticking with the status quo does us no favors. Risk offers us potential—the kind of potential that can help us grow, explore, and respond to the world around us.
Sure, safety is, well, safe, but will it help me achieve the things I really want for my life?
In the end, taking a risk is not that easy all the time, but planning and preparing will make it easier to deal with. It is also can be a life-changing experience. If you aren’t ready or feel safe in your comfort zone, don’t get panic or push to get out. it is totally your choice and totally based on your very personal life.
Former Nuclear Engineer | University Lecturer | Technology Advisor | Digital Transformation evangelist | FinTech | Blockchain | Podcaster | vExpert ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ | VeeamVanguard ⭐️⭐️ | Nutanix SME | MBA | AWS ABW Grant’23
