Comfort Zone & Risk Taking

Last night I started working on this piece that is inspired by handmade tiles. I am really happy with how this first step came out.  My reaction now is to stop because I don't want to mess it up.  As you can tell, I am not comfortable with taking risk.  However, in my experience when I am brave and am willing to take the risk and complete the next step it often comes out looking great, with more depth and interest.  As I thought about this last night I realized this is a great metiphor for life.  When I am willing to take risks and move outside of my comfort zone I grow further into myself and find life more meaningful.  The moments in life where I stepped outside of my comfort zone are the ones that I remember with the most fondness and gratitude.