Fear of new adventure

It so tempting to write an April Fool's Day blog, but instead I'm choosing to remember a day when there was no fooling around. Exactly nine years ago today, my crew and I set sail from Mexico to spend 21 days at sea crossing the mighty Pacific Ocean.

April 1, 2002

"Without fanfare, we departed Punta Mita, today at noon, and headed across the Pacific. The boat felt heavy, full of fuel, water, people, and enough food for five of us to last at least 45 days. I have to say, it was kind of strange to be sailing away from land and heading out into such a vast body of water. We watched in silence as the last bit of terra firma disappeared behind us; we heard the "whoosh" of the water going by--we were sailing. We were going! I feel proud and happy yet have great trepidation about leaving home. At the same time, I'm keyed up at the prospects of new adventure. That's a lot of feelings for one day."

It was a new adventure for me and I was nervous, scared, and excited all at the same time. That doesn't just happen before crossing oceans. We all get nervous, scared, and excited in so many things we do every day. Writing my book was scary. And now setting off on my new career as a professional speaker is no less frightening than leaving to cross the Pacific. But I'll do it because I don't mind the fear. I expect the fear. It keeps me sharp, on edge, and I know I'm doing something new and exciting.

Don't be afraid of fear or new adventure. Embrace them and live Your Unstoppable Life.

With love and appreciation to my friends,

Larry

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