Ever wanted to do something big but had no idea where to start?

“Man cannot discover new oceans unless he has the courage to lose sight of the shore.” —Andre Gide

Even yesterday I wasn't sure if I should write my first blog post. But here we are. Lately I've been meaning to start a blog, make sure it reaches a huge audience and most importantly I wanted to be someone's guiding light. But that is wishing for something way too big and extremely hard to achieve. Now facing with two options, I could either back down or give it my all and just start. I know, I might not become the big shot that I want to be but that shouldn't stop me from trying. I want to share my beginning with everyone and whether I succeed or not will be judged by you. Right now, I'm presenting my raw self and journey before you, maybe it'll help someone else out?

1.The beginning is the hardest step.

    I have had a hard time overcoming my procrastination and focusing properly on just one thing and even now I haven't overcome it completely. I've tried several ways to get me in the zone and keep me motivated enough but in vain. I'm not going to give you fake advice but here's the thing; I learnt it the hard way that what's stopping me from getting in the zone is not my procrastination or unmotivated mind but my fear. Fear kills more dreams than anything else right? I realized, when I just started it became easier to move forward. The goal is not to do things that will make me famous, but the actual goal is to just start. It can be the smallest step you've ever taken but it will help you overcome your fear and get where you want to. Beginnings are less scary once we actually start doing them. 

     Recently on a trip we went snorkelling and I was really scared to get into the water, but then I remembered a promise I made to myself before going there, I would try everything no matter how scared I was. So, I couldn't back away from it and just went for it. You wouldn't believe me, but it was the best experience of my life. And once I was in the water, all my fear went away. So, if you're reading this, I want you to start right now. Do one thing you've been putting off for later because you were scared to do it. I promise, you won't regret it.

2.Consistency is the key.

    I know this is my first blog post, which means I have no right to give advice on consistency. But hear me out, consistency has never betrayed me. I recently gave a major examination of my life, and it wasn't until the last few months that I realized the effort I was putting into it wasn't enough. So, one day I just decided to start and be consistent with it. Within weeks I could see the results. I was improving no matter how small. And finally, on the exam day as well I gave my best and the result I got made me acknowledge the hard work I put in. But think about it, if I had not been consistent would I have ever succeeded? I don't think so. Because if we stop showing up for ourselves one day, our brain automatically stops supporting us and we fall into that never ending procrastination loop. Similarly, if I'm not consistent with my blog posts in the future, then people will stop showing up and supporting me. Therefore, we need to understand the importance of consistency in our life.

3.Never doubt your potential.

    The final and most important thing to understand is we all have the potential to do something big. Before starting this blog, I kept thinking about what talent I had that could be portrayed on the blog. After looking around for some time, I realized I already have so many things I can do and have been doing on a daily basis. I just need to blog about those things. Sometimes I sit with my guitar and come up with a few lyrics, other times I'm trying to write a book I never finished. I've even happened to find myself just randomly giving advice to my own self. That's why I decided to just start this blog and see the response myself. I did initially doubt myself as to whether people will be impressed by what I can do or not, but at the end of the day it will be me and only me sitting by my side and supporting myself. I have the potential but if nobody notices that, then it's their loss. At least that's what I like to believe and since nobody will live my life for me, I might as well stick to that.

Now that I've finally written my first blog, it feels like a weight is off my chest. I can live freely without my mind being occupied by thoughts of what I should write. So, take my advice and get something off your chest. Then feel the weight being lifted. 

I'll be back with more posts in the future but till then, stay safe and goodbye!

-Neon