We’ve all heard it before; life begins at the edge of your comfort zone. It’s where growth happens, where you discover the inner strength you didn’t know you had, and it’s where you find magic in the most unexpected places.
At Coastrek, we believe in the transformative power of stepping outside your everyday routine, however, we also know what it’s like to be stuck in your ways, craving to shake things up, yet not knowing where to start.
Although these's tips apply specifically to taking part in a Coastrek Event, the principles behind them apply to any goal you set out to achieve.
Set a Scary, Exciting Goal
There’s something exhilarating about setting a goal that both excites and terrifies you. Whether it’s walking 20km or 50km, committing to a Coastrek event is a bold declaration to yourself that you are ready for a challenge. Scary goals are the best kind though – because they force you to grow and challenge your current mindset. Instead of focusing on the fear, shift your attention to how proud you’ll feel when you cross that finish line, having achieved something you once thought impossible.
Shift Your Mindset from "I Can't" to "I Will"
The brain will always lean towards the path of least resistance. It’s easy to tell yourself that you can’t do something, but, what if you flipped the script? Change the narrative and instead of saying “I can’t hike 50km”, replace it with “I will prepare myself for this challenge”. Shifting the mindset is one of the most powerful tools to push beyond your comfort zone. When you reframe obstacles as opportunities, you unlock an inner strength that’s been there all along. The journey may not be easy, but with every step, you’ll prove to yourself that you’re stronger than you think!
Identify Your Why
Pushing beyond your comfort zone is a lot easier when you have a deeper purpose. Coastrek is so much more than just walking, it’s about immersing yourself in nature, making memories to last a lifetime, all while raising much needed awareness and support for an incredibly worthy cause. Take some time to reflect on your personal “why”. Whatever it is, keep it at the forefront throughout the whole journey. When the going gets tough, hold onto your why – it will help you power through.
Lean On Your Community
Together. Everyone. Achieves. More!
One of the best ways to exceed your comfort zone is to lean on others. It is so important to us that Coastrek is a team event, so that you are never walking alone. The trekker community you become apart of is beaming with others who are also stretching their limits, working toward the same goal, and supporting one another along the way. By surrounding yourself with like-minded, determined trekkers, you’ll find inspiration, motivation and accountability to keep going - even when your mind tells you you can't!
Embrace the Magic of Nature
When was the last time you truly disconnected and immersed yourself in nature? Taking part in a Coastrek event presents as the perfect opportunity to break free from the daily grind and experience the beauty of Australia’s breathtaking coastlines. Nature has a way of grounding us, offering perspective and filling us with awe. As you push beyond your physical and mental limits, nature will support you, offering moments of stillness and wonder. It’s in these moments that you’ll realize there’s magic waiting on the other side of your comfort zone.
Pushing beyond your comfort zone is never easy, but it’s always worth it. By setting a bold goal, changing your mindset, finding your why, leaning on your community and embracing the beauty of nature, you’ll discover a whole new version of yourself. Go on, take the leap!
Are you ready to experience the magic? Join us at Coastrek and take the first step toward something extraordinary!
