Sometimes we stumble. Tumbling down. Scary? Yes. But that’s also where we grow and evolve into our best selves…during the difficult times, during new experiences, when we learn to exist outside of our comfort zone and force ourselves to forge ahead, tapping into our inner strength and resilience. There’s beauty in that, don’t you think?
“Travel is about the gorgeous feeling of teetering in the unknown.”— Anthony Bourdain
2018 was the first time I ever traveled solo and it was terrifying. I didn’t know if my timid fearful self could handle the unknown, the unpredictable – and I was petrified of making that leap without the safety blanket of another person going with me. But I did it….and it made me feel the strongest and most confident I’ve ever felt. Since then, I’ve found exhilaration in continuing to push myself outside my comfort zone in every aspect of my life. I’m a teacher, I’m a traveler, I’m a bookworm. And like my namesake I know I’ll keep falling down now and again because that’s life. But I know that I’ll keep finding myself and my strength along the way. -Jill
Jill Came Tumbling After 