Trying Something New

Try something new today! This is not a novel or innovative idea, but this notion is one of which we often need a reminder. It doesn't mean you need to be especially creative or to be all that much of a risk taker. It means just do something you've never done before. Sounds simple? It can be!

Doing something you wouldn't usually do will likely help you experience a thrill and will even increase your level of happiness. It will often happen when you least expect it, so some spontaneity is required. The city will present you with many opportunities.

The other day while walking along College St., a friend and I noticed two guys driving down the side walk on their strange looking bikes. These friendly guys were offering up their 'Yike Bikes' for those strangers interested in a little spontaneous fun.

After a few wobbles, the Yike Bike was just like... well... riding a bike!

In life, we get overwhelmed with new experiences, but it is usually those experiences that better prepare us for the next "new" thing- something more challenging, but rewarding, in time.

In most cases you'll find that trying something new is spontaneous and is not at all planned. So even if we try riding a new bike and fall off enough times, we learn how to get back up with more ease each time. We soon figure out ways not to fall off and keep moving forward.

Try something new and push your limits. The "something new" is probably within reach, just outside your comfort zone.

What have you got to lose?