It has come to my attention, through my obvious reluctance to post entries here (as well as the same reluctance of my readers), that blogging is scarier for me (and you) than I had thought it would be. Not that I am giving up, mind you! No; I am just noticing that it has been more than a few days since I have added anything here, and I know that I have taken plenty of risks. But instead of posting about them, I have been telling myself that those risks aren’t “good enough” to be on a blog about risks! Well this just doesn’t match up with the fact that this blog is about risks both big and small (as I wrote in my original post, “A risk a day? Yikes!).
Yesterday, for instance, I went to my Speaking Circles Peer Group and spoke numerous times, extemporaneously. That’s right. I just stood up in front of a (small) room full of people and talked, not knowing ahead of time what would fly out of my mouth. Now, if that’s not a risk…!
What about you? What risks are you taking that you are downplaying as not worthy, not a big deal? What would happen if you gave yourself credit for taking them? What could you then do, acknowledging that you are, in fact, courageous?
Can’t wait to read about your risks…!
Laura Biering has an infectious zeal for coaching people who want to do
enlivening work and live inspired lives. She's fired up about the power of taking risks - great and small - and the rewards that come as a result. She's also passionate about (1) creativity and authenticity and their potential to change the world, (2) frolicking with her adorable four-legged children, and (3) retreating with those she loves at her farm in Southeast Georgia, Brinson's Race. Visit her website at True Voices.
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I started taking Tai Chi and King Fu. The more light I carry, the more light I carry! Light is a good thing! Keep bringing more light! I am the super hero I want to have in the world!
Someone called me regarding information on my profession/field. I am self-employed and hadn’t been feeling very motivated regarding seeking/attracting/receiving new business. Yes, and my bank account reflects that. And, it’s okay.
So, I returned this person’s call, chatted with her for 15 minutes or so and thought I could ask her if she already has someone she is working with in my field or seeking someone to hire. But I didn’t. Well, Laura’s risk-a-day challenge has inspired me to call the person back and ask her. It’s evening now, but I will do it tomorrow, Wednesday, July 30th. And, truthfully it isn’t a big risk – it’s a small risk, but still I am going to take it!
Thank you, Zena
And here’s another risk I am taking tomorrow. I am going to see an intuitive
which both excites me and makes me a little nervous, because I have no idea what will come up or reveal itself. So it is a risk for sure! Yee-Ha! Zena
Thank you, thank you, thank you for your comments – these and those you have posted since. Keep up the good work/play, ladies. You inspire me and many, many more, I am sure!