Okay, so, I’ve been thinking a lot about this whole “seize the grey” idea. It’s like, life isn’t just black and white, right? There are all these opportunities hiding in the in-between, and I wanted to see what would happen if I actually went for them.
So, I started paying more attention to the things that popped up in my day-to-day. You know, those little moments where you think, “Hmm, maybe I should…” but then you just brush it off? Yeah, those. I decided to stop brushing them off.
First Step: Just Say Yes
The first thing I did was just say “yes” more. Like, a friend asked if I wanted to go to this random networking event. Normally, I’d be all, “Nah, I’m good,” but this time I was like, “Sure, why not?” It was a little awkward at first, but I ended up meeting some interesting folks.
- Took a chance on a networking event.
- Met some cool people.
- Stepped out of my comfort zone.
Then, I Got a Little Bolder
After that, I started looking for things that were a bit more outside my usual routine. There was this online course about, get this, urban beekeeping. I’ve always been kinda fascinated by bees, but I never thought I’d actually do anything about it. But then I thought, “What the heck?” and I signed up.
It was so much fun! Learned a ton, met some more interesting folks, and now I have this whole new hobby that I never would have discovered if I hadn’t taken that chance.
- Enrolled in an online course.
- Discovered a new hobby.
- Expanded my knowledge.
Finally, I Tried Something Really Scary
The biggest thing I did was apply for this job that I really wanted, but I didn’t think I was qualified for. I mean, I almost didn’t even apply. But then I remembered the whole “seize the grey” thing, and I figured, “What’s the worst that could happen?” So, I polished up my resume, wrote a killer cover letter, and hit “send.”
And guess what? I got an interview! I was so nervous, but I went for it. And, well, I’m still waiting to hear back, but honestly, just the fact that I tried is a huge win for me. Whatever the outcome is, I’m ready to take it.
- Applied for a dream job.
- Overcame my fear of rejection.
- Gained valuable interview experience.
So, yeah, that’s my “seize the grey” journey so far. It’s been a little scary, a little weird, but definitely worth it. I’m not saying I’m going to say “yes” to everything now, but I’m definitely going to be more open to those little opportunities that life throws my way. It’s kinda cool to see what happens when you step outside of your comfort zone and just go for it. What a life, right?
