Caitie:

It is very (dare I say) encouraging to read about how useful failure and discouragement can be for our overall growth and influence in the world. I appreciate the notion that we need to toughen up a bit in order to create things in this world that will last.

A few years ago when I was joining a new community, I was terrified to put myself out there. I felt so out of my element and just kept repeating to myself the saying "growth begins at the edge of your comfort zone." Knowing that the pain and discomfort are part of the process of becoming a better me makes it easier to endure!

I will also say pregnancy taught me a lot about that. Being violently ill for 9 months really teaches you about patience and sitting with the discomfort with the knowledge that the end result will be well worth it.

I loved this post! Thanks for contributing.