Posts tagged Courage
SMR Day Eight - Jump in the river.
SMR Day Eight - Jump in the river.

There is magic and holy terror in finally saying, 'The heck with it," ripping off your clothes and jumping in that freezing river, letting it take where it wants.

And maybe it's swift and deep, full of boulders and falls but that’s how you become a strong swimmer. Plus, it’s exhilarating, even if you do lose your shoes.

So if you’re pursuing your life purpose or learning how to build a happy second half, do yourself a favor and recognize that control is an illusion. Stop worrying about step 26 and take step one.

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Spring MIndset ResetErin KirkCourage, courage to create, Do your thingComment
The Scariest Thing I've Ever Done
The Scariest Thing I've Ever Done

In some ways, I was the best version of myself in Africa, because Mercy Ships, my colleagues and God forced me to be. They kept putting me in situations where I had to confront my fear of failure and relentless need for perfection. The Esther Project was a perfect example.

It’s tempting to want to run back there because Mercy Ships was the fire by which I warmed myself while I learned what I know about God and faith. However, there comes a time to build your own fire - so others can keep warm while they learn it too. This is why Girl Catch Fire exists.

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Do your workErin KirkCourage, mercy ships, make your life matterComment