I remember watching the movie "We Bought a Zoo" and being struck by a conversation the father had with his son. He told him sometimes in life all you need is 20 seconds of insane courage, and you might be able to do the impossible. This really stuck with me, and as I came upon a time in my life where I had to make a big decision I recalled that scene.

Recently, I have moved my entire life across the country. It was a decision that I never thought I would make. However, when the opportunity presented itself I reminded myself of that quote. With 20 seconds of my own insane courage, I bought a one-way plane ticket.

I realized when I did this that the movie was right and even though things do not always go perfectly at first, there is so much possibility, and life can take you on such a huge adventure. Since I made that bold leap, I have not only had some thrilling experiences and adventures, but I have made some wonderful friends and been given the chance for amazing opportunities.

Taking a huge leap hasn't been perfect, there have been moments of frustration when things don't go exactly as planned, of sadness missing home and those I love and exhaustion from trying to find my way around a whole new area.

However, this insane courage has given me the chance to show myself that I can do anything, that I can be anything.

Because of this journey and choosing something new I have been able to see how I was unhappy in some areas of my life and been given the chance to do things that I really want to do, that make me happy. I've been given the opportunity to see amazing sites and go places I have only ever dreamed of going to and never thought in my wildest dreams that I would.

My adventure is only just beginning, and I already know that even through the bumps and hiccups it's going to be an amazing ride. I'm excited and scared, fascinated, and so beyond ready for all this journey wants to give me.

I encourage everyone the next time you have opportunity knocking at your door, take 20 seconds of insane courage, and go somewhere you never thought you would before.