Deny yourself (Part One)

Deny yourself. It's not as simple as it sounds. Sometimes having a super-large ego is not the answer to all of your problems fresh out of high school, college, or anywhere for that matter.

Just what does that mean.....DENY YOURSELF?
Ever heard of a "leap of faith", or "stepping out on faith"? Have you ever heard someone say they were going to take a risk on something they were afraid to do simply because they did not know what would happen?

DENYING YOURSELF is 1) an unconventional approach to jumping into the world or society or a lifestyle not previously experienced; 2) forgetting any social norms, any inhibitions, any insecurities or any psychological, physical, or emotional barriers( no this is not something as simple as having a one night stand or getting a hair cut) before embarking on a journey or personal experience lasting for a considerable amount of time. (I MAY ADD MORE DEFINITIONS!)

Examples include:

~Traveling abroad by yourself or with a friend in the summer between years of college

(GREAT WAY TO FIND YOURSELF)

~ Moving to a different state.

~Quitting your JOB and going back to SCHOOL

The benefits of Denying Yourself varies. What you decide to do and the manner in which you carry out your plans have a profound impact on it's outcome. 

If you are considering doing something outside of the ordinary or DENYING YOURSELF

answer these questions truthfully before pushing the "GO" button:

Why do I want to do this?

What will I get out of this?

Are there any potential consequences that could occur as a result of this personal journey into the unknown?(Physical, mental, emotional, social)

How long will this take? Will I be able to stick it through?

How will this affect other people?