The Shell has Cracked

For years, going as far back as my childhood, I've been insecure. Wanting to step out and do certain things, but never having the courage to do so, for fear of the big "R" word...REJECTION.

Yes, I was ALWAYS the last one picked for teams.

What would happen if I asked someone to go somewhere with me, or do something with me, only to have them respond with NO?

So, in order to avoid receiving a negative response, I would simply rather not ask.

I wonder though...how many missed opportunities have there been as a result of me not asking for what I want. Probably more than I'd care to acknowledge.

Well today, I've decided to turn things around. I've come out of my shell (a bit). I decided to start small.

Anyone who's on FB knows about "friend requests". I know you, you know me, friend request is sent, (tick tock, will they or won't they?) then confirmed (hopefully), and there ya have it...you're "friends" now.

I've been on FB for 2 years now and have rarely been the one to SEND the request, for fear of NOT being accepted. Can't tell you how many mutual connections there are that I have simply ignored. Yes, I know that person, and yes, that person knows me, so if they want to be my "friend" they'll send me a request. That's been my thinking. Until...today.

Today I decided to just give it a try. I sent two requests, and we'll see what happens. Confirm. Ignore. Doesn't really matter. What matters is that I have come out of my shell and done the "uncomfortable". So whether they "accept" me or not, I've already won.

Corny phrase o' the day: You can't have eggs if you don't crack the shell.
You may quote me on that one (smile).

Let the DIALOGUE begin! If you're on Facebook, are there people you'd like to "friend" but haven't? Why haven't you?

Talk to me!

Til next time...