Goodbye comfort zone

Recently I've put my big girl pants on and have stepped out of my comfort zone time and time again. Things which seem simple for many have been big steps for me, and I'm really proud of myself.

I have a 'thing' about doctors, dentists, hospitals ... the list continues. Call it fear, call it anxiety, call it what you will - its crap. I've decided to grow some balls and deal with this to feel better about these day-to-day situations.

A few weeks ago I registered with a doctor. Scary. I went for an appointment. Scary. I did it alone. Scary. But I did it, next time it will be easier, hopefully. This week I went to the dentist for the first time in over ten years .. ON MY OWN. I went on my own! I was sweating and panicking in the waiting room but I took a deep breath and headed in. The dentist was lovely and asked if I was OK, cue tears. I cried because I was overwhelmed, but really proud of myself for going in and going alone. I bloody did it!

I'm fed up of being scared. I'm fed up of hiding behind family and friends when it comes to things out of my comfort zone. I'm fed up of skirting around or avoiding situations which make me feel scared or anxious. I've decided I'm going to hit them head on.

Its not going to be easy and there will definitely be numerous time when I need my mum to hold my hand, or I'll need my fiance to come with me. But i'm feeling proud of my little victories so far and long may they continue!

Jess x

#proud