One theme that I was continuously forced to face at Rapport, was stepping out of my comfort zone. I take pride in doing new things, going places I've never been before, challenging myself to not settle, but I never really appreciated why until this week.

Stepping out of your comfort zone is the catalyst for change. You might be asking yourself, "what's wrong with me now, why should I change?" but that phrase in itself is so dangerous. Change isn't supposed to be comfortable, it should challenge you, make you resist or adhere and ultimately allow for growth. When you think good is good enough, you aren't truly doing anything at your full potential.

So challenge yourself, do something you normally wouldn't, make conversation with a stranger, go see a movie by yourself, or do something as easy as speaking with unbroken eye contact when you order your coffee. Take something away from that experience and let yourself grow from it. Do something that makes you uncomfortable, embrace the weirdness, and know next time it won't be as weird. In that moment of diminishing weirdness, know that you have grown.  

Today's wisdom comes from Seth Godin once again. 

Everything you work on today is an investment for tomorrow, whether that's personally or professionally. All we have is "now" - this second in this very moment, with "later" always lurking just around the corner. Using the "now" to improve and be a better version of yourself for the "later" is imperative. 

The ultimate reward is the result at the end of the "later", and whether we choose to enjoy the process of self-improvement through the ups and downs is another matter entirely (but, I mean, why not enjoy it? Sure, it'll be difficult and challenging along the way, but they say the journey is the reward, right?).

So plant the seeds now. Start creating better habits now. Start treating loved ones better now. Start improving your health now. Start saving the money now. Start challenging yourself to get out of your comfort zone now. Start building your best work habits now. Start acting on those dreams NOW. Your "later" self will thank you for it.

 Happy Friday Crusader!

Shout out to the operations teams on getting over one thousand orders out this week. Job well done!

Happiness comes from our actions. What do you do that make you feel alive and grateful? Those are the things that will foster your happiness in living a satisfying and fulfilling life.