Clas-sic ['klasik]

I've never been a trendy person. It's too expensive to keep up with everything. It costs me time, money, energy, and resources that I am not willing to use for temporary things. I've always been someone who appreciates classic and timeless pieces. They don't go out of style. They are steady and reliable. I don't knock others who are trendy. In fact, I admire their diligence to being in the know. 

This is also how I could describe other areas of my life. I am not a big risk-taker. I get nervous when I am uncertain of the outcome. (You should see me when I have to bid in spades and we need a certain amount of books. Not a pretty picture.) Unfortunately, this has held me back in a lot of things. I am convinced that I have missed out on experiences because of it. I wish I didn't allow myself to be fearful of the unknown. I also wish I didn't allow my feelings to be my guide. (Sorry Jiminy.) 

One of my goals this year is to not be afraid to take risks. It's OK to fail as long as I fail forward. Keep in mind I am not going to dive into everything just because it's there. (This is not "Yes, Man".) But I will be more open to new things. It's OK to be classic but there is always room for a trend here and there as long as I am true to myself and who I know I am. I don't ever want to be pressured into being, wearing, doing something that is not in line with my true, authentic self. I was made to be one-of-a-kind. And so are you. Figure out what you should be a part of and what you shouldn't be a part of. Allow your own uniqueness to shine through. After all, you are the only you on this planet and this world needs what you have to offer. 

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