[henrydavidtherobot]

Today, I am scared about my move to China. I want to hear stories about when you all thought you could not do something because you were too weak and then succeeded.

Go!

[JadeAmethyst]

Ok, Hon,
When I was in my early 20's I enlisted in the Air Force. I had not a clue how intense the experience would be. I was very scared, and out of my element arriving in the middle of the night by bus with a lot of other enlistees. All very scared. Picture going to camp, lots of yelling orders and directions in the dark. Funny now, distressing then! That's how it seems on just about all the major transitions: anticipation, exciting, scary, then a settling.
Living in other countries helped me immensely! It was the best time of my life, really. Learning a new language, even a few words, the locals appreciate that we make the effort and are interested. It was so much joy to learn, grow, and find a different culture from our own, and that people all over the world have the same things in common. Love, respect, and laughter and joy. I am hope that you will be able to continue to post here and keep us informed about all you experience while you visit. I look forward to hearing from you and reading about all you will surely grow with and from during this time in your life.

My deepest regards and well wishes for your upcoming journey.
Jade

[Espresso]

I was terrified to start a new job, and before that I was freaking out before beginning my graduate degree. I succeeded with both of those. But past success doesn't make stepping out again into a new experience any easier. I've thought over and over about going back to school, but I'm convinced I would fail. I thought I was too weak to have and raise a child. Now, I've gotten through more than a year with my baby girl, but the thought of getting pregnant again stresses me out even though I know I've done it successfully in the past.