{"id":14374,"date":"2013-06-12T21:01:49","date_gmt":"2013-06-13T05:01:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pickthebrain.com\/?p=14374"},"modified":"2013-06-26T08:13:09","modified_gmt":"2013-06-26T16:13:09","slug":"5-ways-to-embrace-your-adventurous-side","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pickthebrain.com\/blog\/5-ways-to-embrace-your-adventurous-side\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Ways to Embrace Your Adventurous Side"},"content":{"rendered":"
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It\u2019s fair to say that most of us need a little more excitement in our lives. We all crave adventure and that can mean anything from dreaming about being the next Indiana Jones to wishing that we could just be a little more spontaneous with our decisions.<\/p>\n

The problem is that thinking and doing are two very different things and it\u2019s easier to sit back and let life pass us by than to get out there and start creating some great memories that will last us a lifetime.<\/p>\n

With that in mind here are 5 ways in which we can start embracing our adventurous side\u2026<\/p>\n

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  1. 1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/b>Do something that terrifies you<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    When was the last time that you were truly terrified? I\u2019m not referring to those horrible situations that no one wants to be involved in, but situations where you are way outside of your comfort zone.<\/p>\n

    Do you remember the last time you asked someone out on a date? I\u2019m guessing you were terrified but regardless of what the outcome was, I\u2019m willing to bet you felt great afterwards. This is what scary situations do \u2013 they enable growth and they toughen you up for future occasions where you may need to leave your comfort zone behind.<\/p>\n

    Seek out the terrifying and more often than not, your risk taking will be rewarded with success.<\/p>\n

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    1. 2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/b>Become a \u2018yes\u2019 person<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      The quickest way to change your life for the better is to totally ignore the word \u2018no\u2019.<\/p>\n

      Pretend it doesn\u2019t exist \u2013 leave it behind \u2013 throw it away. Whatever works for you, just refuse to say it.<\/p>\n

      The next time someone invites you for a night out, regardless of what mood you are in \u2013 do it. Say yes, because you never know what could happen. You might meet your future partner or get involved in something that would make a great plot for the next \u2018Hangover\u2019 movie.<\/p>\n

      Adventure, excitement and great memories always start with a \u2018yes\u2019.<\/p>\n

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      1. 3.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/b>Embrace the present moment<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Do you let life pass you by because you are always looking too far into the future?<\/p>\n

        We are all guilty of this on occasion and it is s very difficult habit to get out of. The future always looks more appealing than the present because we get to dream about a life that currently eludes us.<\/p>\n

        \u2018Next year I will definitely go travelling\u2019<\/p>\n

        \u2018One day I will quit my job\u2019<\/p>\n

        \u2018I\u2019m up for that bungee jump, but not quite yet\u2019<\/p>\n

        Don\u2019t wait for a time that may never come \u2013 get out there and do what you want to do, RIGHT NOW.<\/p>\n

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        1. 4.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/b>Do something that you have never done before<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          Following on from the above \u2013 if you\u2019ve done what you\u2019ve always done, then you\u2019ll get what you\u2019ve always got.<\/p>\n

          This phrase is so true it\u2019s frightening. Living a life that is boring and bland will just encourage decision making that will follow on from what you\u2019re currently doing.<\/p>\n

          Once in a while do something totally out of character. Spontaneously visit another country or buy an item of clothing that you have never worn before. Get a brand new hairstyle or get that tattoo you\u2019ve been thinking about for the last 10 years.<\/p>\n

          Instead of trying to do what is easy, focus on what you can do that is better, that is different.<\/p>\n

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          1. 5.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/b>Relive your greatest moments<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            Get a pen and paper, or open up a text document and write down the 3 most exciting things you have ever done.<\/p>\n

            For each one, close your eyes and try to remember the situation in your mind as vividly as possible. Try to imagine the sights, the sounds, even the smells. Focus on how you felt inside \u2013 were there butterflies in your stomach? How did you react emotionally?<\/p>\n

            After you have done that write down 3 new things that you could do to recreate those situations.<\/p>\n

            You\u2019ve done similar things before so there is no reason why you cannot do more of the same. A truly adventurous person will dedicate their life to reproducing those emotions again and again.<\/p>\n

            —<\/p>\n

            Jamie Flexman is a guitar teacher and writer who hates the typical 9-5 existence. After quitting his job to enter the world of guitar tuition, he created the blog \u2018Psycholocrazy<\/a>\u2019<\/b> to document his thoughts and struggles as he takes on societies norms armed with nothing more than his cheeky wit and undeniable charm!<\/em><\/p>\n

            Grab his free 20 page ebook \u2018Breaking Free<\/a>\u2019<\/b> \u2013 the ultimate guide to quitting your job and following your passion.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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