Have you ever felt like you don't know what your next step should be? Or feared that if you took that leap of faith you would fall instead of fly? All too often there are opportunities presented in front of us that are declined simply because we're afraid to push ourselves past our level of comfort. We're scared to try something new because we're afraid of failure. There's always that 'what if' factor, but you will never truly realize how strong you are until you push yourself to do things you aren't comfortable with.

Whether it be applying for a new job, changing your major, or even giving up an addiction, no one wants to step outside the box that they're comfortable in, because of the fear of the unknown. "What if I'm not good at that job?" "What if quitting leaves me feeling emptier than I was before?" "What if I'm not capable?" are all questions that keep us from reaching our maximum potential.

Instead of constantly worrying about if you aren't good enough, remind yourself every day of all the accomplishments you've made thus far. You've made it this far in life, what makes you think you can't do anything? The world isn't that scary of a place-- you just think it is, because you haven't tested yourself enough. I promise, once you start testing your capabilities, you will realize that the world is in the palm of your hand. Instead of saying, "I don't think I can do this," you will say, "I know I got this."

The only person in the world that has enough power to keep you from your goals is you. Be your biggest fan. Cheer yourself on every day. After you take that leap of faith and push yourself, you will see that it will become easier with each day. You will see that anything is possible, it just takes time and commitment.

Please, love yourself enough to prove yourself wrong. Please, do yourself good and accomplish your dreams. It is a beautiful thing to look back on your life and be proud of where you are. Prove yourself wrong, show yourself that you can do this. Show everyone that you can do this. You are strong. You are capable. You've got this.