Being a Late Bloomer

I was a shy and awkward teen and young adult. I envied those who were naturally at ease.

Decades later, I’m finally more confident -- definitely a late bloomer!

What helped the most was learning to say “yes” to opportunities that made me nervous.

Improv classes also helped. (Highly recommend -- so fun!)

Over time, I learned that confidence is something you can practice.

Even now, I still get nervous sometimes. But I think of it as energizing; it’s no longer terrifying.

What’s something you do now that your younger self would be amazed by?