Every day holds a new opportunity, a new chance to get to know someone better, or even a new chance to try something you've never done before: so why haven't you taken advantage of it? Life doesn't last forever, so take what has to offer and do the things you never thought you could. Never let fear get in the way of what could be the best decision/path/time of your life.

Too often than not, fear paralyzes us and turns us away from things that shouldn't be feared. So take some risks, put yourself out there, make new friends, forget about the ones who treat you poorly, and most importantly live in the moment because that moment only happens once – there's no going back in time, so take some time to appreciate the little moments and the little things people do in those moments to make them so special. People you were never as close with can easily become some of your best friends if you give the friendship a chance to blossom.

You can make some of the best memories with these people and broaden your spectrum of life through the stories, the struggles, the good, and the bad you experience with the newly formed bonds. So take advantage of it! Not only can you make new friends, you can pick up a new hobby, experience new adventures, find a new interest, or even completely change the way you go about your everyday life. Babe Ruth once said, "never let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game."

So today, I challenge you to take a step towards conquering one of your fears; no matter how big or small it may be- take the step. I challenge you to take advantage of the opportunities set in front of you, to push yourself to step out of your comfort zone, to do the things you never thought were possible, and to start living in the present. Put yourself first and find what makes you happy. You are stronger than you think so don't let fear overtake you. Always be present every day and remember that life begins at the end of your comfort zone.