Travel Quote

Great things never came from comfort zones. Anonymous

Hvar, Croatia
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Hello and welcome to my blog! I’m glad you stopped by and I hope you enjoy the posts and photos. I’m a native Pacific Northwesterner currently living the expat life in France. I love to travel, take photos, and discover new places, and to share my adventures with others. I hope you enjoy what you find here, if so, please feel free to reach out if you have comments or questions. I would love to have you follow along as I share my travels around France and Europe. Wishing you grand adventures! Tricia

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  2. Firstly, yes, it is a wonderful view. Now, onto the quote. I want to offer a different perspective, not to challenge, but to add to the discussion. The younger generation often takes criticism differently than their elders. As someone who has struggled with various mental health issues, I’ve found that sometimes, the comfort zone can be a lifeline. It can be the only connection to the world of the living, especially during difficult times. It’s not always a pleasant experience, and sometimes, just holding on seems beyond our capacity.

    The unknown can be incredibly intimidating, making it hard to envision stepping beyond our comfort zone. Healing may need to come before we can venture into the unknown. That’s why it’s often referred to as a “comfort” zone.

    While I understand the idea of pushing oneself beyond limits for growth, it’s not always as simple as it sounds.

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    1. You are absolutely correct Ian. Sometimes we need to remain in our comfort zone to recharge, heal, process, and just get through each day. Travel is certainly not for everyone, but it has helped me with my anxiety. Thanks for sharing; I appreciate your thoughts.

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      1. I love travelling as it changes my view of where I am. That change takes me out of my everyday life and I know that when I go to see my parents in the UK this Summer, I will feel “at “home” once again. I have been living abroard for the last thirty years after all. I get slight anxious when my wife drives us around London, but as soon as we see the roads sign for “the North” I seem to find my peace.

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    1. Sometimes I have bolt of lightning that strikes me with some temporary wisdom, than I assure you I go back to having the intelligence of an amoeba and the sense of humour of a twelve year old…

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  5. This is my favourite topic! Yes, the “Netflix and chill” lifestyle is surely way easier and much more fun – at least on paper. But going out of your comfort zone not only results in increased confidence, income, muscles, etc but makes you more resilient. Prepared for unexpected things.

    I read a great book – The Sweet Spot where the author, Paul Bloom, makes an interesting case. He claims that pain and suffering are essential to happiness. Well, not exactly beating yourself with a club. Rather, choosing the right kind of suffering that sets the stage for enhanced pleasure. As you can guess by the title, getting outside your comfort zone should happen in this sweet spot between your comfort zone and the panic zone.

    Thanks for sharing, and have a good day 🙂 Aiva xx

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    1. Yes, it’s easy in theory, but stepping out of our protective zone is quite scary. It takes a few tries to get to the point where we can say “I can do this” and experience the benefits as you mentioned, but it’s so worth it in the end.

      I will look for the book; it sounds intriguing. Thanks Aiva! I always appreciate your comments.

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  6. Comfort zones … it’s sometimes hard to get out of it, but once you’ve done it, you realise what you’ve missed! But I also love the conversation between you and Ian – there’s a lot of truth in that. Lovely photo.

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    1. It actually wasn’t difficult getting to the ruins of the castle, which is where I took the photo, but climbing around the ruins with odd-sized, slippery steps was a challenge. The views were totally worth it. Thanks Jo!

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