About This Blog

And the day came when the risk to remain tight in the bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom. ~Anaïs Nin

It’s humbling to admit that I rely on self-help books quite a bit to get me through, but…well…I just did. Of course, I’d be lying if I didn’t also acknowledge that I have tremendous support from people close to me, which helps, too. But reading about how other people experience pain, struggle, and come out on the other side of it that consistently has always consistently brought me the most comfort, strength, and hope and kept me moving forward no matter what life may throw.

One thing has bothered me, though, ever since I started reading: While parts of these books may seem a little hokey or, a nicer way to say it is, inapplicable to real life, the majority is way too awesome not to share—but how?  I’m no expert, but lecturing the people in my life about the principles of self-help seems like the quickest way to lose friends and un-influence people. Then, the idea for this project came to me.

I’d write about my life through the lens of various self-help books, applying the key principles to my daily pursuits, challenges, triumphs, shit-storms, and who knows what else. I’d take a risk and start a conversation in the hopes that it might get people talking about these issues, spur connections, and ultimately feel a little less alone in the world. (Or, if those goals are too ambitious and sentimental, at least they can laugh at my failed attempts to make my little life sound riveting?) So here goes…

Welcome to The Blossom Risk.