Before any new experience, my heart races, my stomach hurts, sometimes I even get a headache from the anxiety of it all. I get like this before a big trip, a doctors appointment, even going to a party where I know everyone, will cause some stress.
I like the familiar, where it's safe and known. Being at home with my family and good friends give me a great sense of peace.
But, I get energy from new experiences. I thrive on being out in the world, seeing new sights and finding people with similar interests.
So, I push myself to get past my loudly beating heart and my belly aches. I pop two Tylenol and get on with it.
My children respond to things just like I do. They are shy, hesitant, and best when in familiar places with friendly faces. I had hoped that in some way I could encourage them to be different. That somehow my parenting could make them more outgoing. The verdict is still out on that.
So, while I don't know if they will ever be outgoing, at the very least, I hope that I can show them how to push past any hesitations and live life fully.
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