What’s Your Risky Risk?

This week, I did something risky. I loaded up my trusty Toyota Corolla with everything I own and started a solo journey across the United States. 

My car was so packed there was barely space for me, let alone anyone else!

Right now, I'm in Colorado, having a great time catching up with old friends.

Soon, I'll be crossing Kansas, Missouri, Tennessee, and eventually reaching my destination: Asheville, North Carolina – my new home.

As I traverse the open road, my mind wanders back to a conversation I had with my mom before I left. 

Sitting with her in her golf cart on her 8-acre ranch, she said something profound – while it's not unusual for a 71-year-old woman who’s seen a lot in life to drop wisdom, this one made us both pause.

She said, “Risk is risky.”

On one hand, it’s an obvious statement, but on the other, it’s a valuable reminder.

Doing hard things is hard. Getting outside your comfort zone is uncomfortable.

 Risk is risky.

In my line of work as a therapist and coach, it’s my job to help people take risks, and for each person, that looks a little different.

One person’s risk might be another person’s walk in the park, but it’s not my place to judge. 

It’s my job to meet people where they are and help them get where they want to go – just like my little Toyota Corolla.

Lulu (yes, my car has a name!) doesn’t care where we’re going. Her only job is to help me get there safely.

Will there be risks along the way? 

Absolutely. Will there be times when the weather turns, and I’m grateful as hell that my car is fully loaded and keeping me grounded? 

Yes. And Wyoming can be treacherous! 😳

But that’s the risk I’m willing to take to shake things up a bit. 

To grow, to learn, to expand myself and my life in a way that feels true to me right now. 

And to me, that risky risk is absolutely worth it.

So, how about you? Is there something floating around in your head that feels a little too risky? 

Maybe it’s setting a boundary in a relationship, speaking your truth, or reaching out for help when you’re not sure what it’ll uncover. 

Either way, take this email as a sign. Embrace the challenge, take that step, and remember, you don’t have to go it alone.  

Comment below and let me know what your risky risk is today – I'd love to hear about it!