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Live Boldly

A Dare to Live Boldly

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Today I turn 30.

31 Days to Learn How to #liveboldly || A woman's journey to discover the boldness that lies within her own heart || HeathersDish.com

I’ve lived a great life so far. Sure, there have been challenges and really hard times, but there have been some incredibly high points as well. I honestly never gave much thought to turning 30; when I was a teenager the only thing that consumed my attention was what I was supposed to do the next day. My 20th birthday I honestly don’t really remember, and my 21st birthday was spent snoozing on the couch while a group of friends was watching Top Gun. It just always seemed like I would live in my 20s forever; not in a morbid way, but just because I’ve only ever focused on the short-term.

 

And now here I am, entering another decade with more love and more hope and more grace than I could ever have expected. Yet I feel a little unfulfilled.

 

It’s not because I don’t have enough blessings – Lord knows that I have exponentially more than I deserve. I feel so often as though I’ve just played it safe in regards to allowing myself to become the woman that the Lord has intended me to be, rather than taking a chance on His plans. Today I look ahead, for the first time, to the fullness of a decade ahead of me. There are so many things that could happen, so many chances to take, so many ways to love and bless and encourage and uplift and give all the glory to God. So many chances to change the safe little rhythms that I’ve created for myself and truly allow myself to blossom into a woman who is undoubtedly and BOLDLY on fire for Christ.

31 Days to Learn How to Live Boldly || A Dare || HeathersDish.com #liveboldly

For 31 days in the month of October I’m going to blog about a bold choice that I’ve made (in addition to recipes) and how/why/what that choice was different than what I would normally do. I want a lack of fear to become a habit of my heart; I don’t want to allow myself to be defined by self-restriction in any area. I tend to play it safe in pretty much all areas of my life, and largely due to the fact that I don’t want to do anything to stand out. However, the Lord has not given me a spirit of fear, and while I don’t want all eyes on me and attention on Heather, I DO believe that I have been created for great things. It is not up to me to stand out on my terms, but in this world I can’t NOT stand out because of the way Jesus so boldly loved, lived and died before and FOR me. Us. Everyone.

 

I’ve made a list of 31 things and each day will either write or share a short video blog about it, and I hope more than anything that it helps create a bold heart not just in me, but in others as well. Some of the “dares” are simple and silly, but they all have a deeper meaning for me. So wish me luck, we start on Tuesday and I can’t wait/I’m a little scared 😉

 

Love you guys,

 

Heather

 

A QUICK NOTE: THE FIRST TWO DAYS OF THE CHALLENGE WILL BE POSTED ON DAY #3 DUE TO PREEXISTING COMMITMENTS TO SPONSORED POSTS.

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  1. Natalie @ Free Range Human says

    October 1, 2013 at 2:03 pm

    This is a wonderful idea. As someone who is also entering my thirties this year, I feel awed by the possibilities to come and I want to embrace it in a bold way. Thanks for the inspiration!

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  2. Dominique @ That's What Domi Said says

    September 30, 2013 at 8:35 pm

    1. I know I’m late, but happy birthday! I hope your boys spoiled you rotten. 🙂
    2. Gorgeous photo. Yowza.
    3 (but really #1 in importance?). AMEN to living with boldness!! God has been teaching me so clearly that I need to live a life characterized by courage rather than caution (though that has its place!)…praying for courage in my everyday life feels odd, but man does He provide it in spades, and bless us for our obedience to follow His BOLD leading. Love your idea for October, and you are not alone in your quest to live boldly!

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    • Heather says

      September 30, 2013 at 9:32 pm

      Thanks girl! You are so sweet 🙂

      Reply
  3. Debby says

    September 28, 2013 at 7:12 pm

    I am looking forward to what you will write–as I do anyway.

    Reply
  4. Kristi says

    September 28, 2013 at 5:26 pm

    Love this. You have inspired me. I think sometimes I take the easy solution on things, because the other option may be too hard. I’m going to try and make the right choice even if it’s the hardest. Thanks, Heather!

    Happy 30th Birthday!!!

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  5. lauren says

    September 28, 2013 at 5:24 pm

    Happy Happy Birthday! I have to say that so far I love being in my 30’s (I’m 31). My 30th year was awesome and I have heard from friends that they far more enjoy being in their 30’s than their 20’s. Things seem calmer…

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  6. Amy says

    September 28, 2013 at 4:53 pm

    I love this! I turn 30 on the 7th. This is such a great idea might have to join you!

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  7. Stephanie @ Girl Versus Dough says

    September 28, 2013 at 1:44 pm

    Happy birthday, sweet lady! I am SO looking forward to this series!

    Reply
  8. Urban Wife says

    September 28, 2013 at 1:06 pm

    I love this. Maybe I need to join in on the challenge. Thanks for always being an encouragement. I hope you have a fabulous birthday!

    Reply
  9. Janelle says

    September 28, 2013 at 12:13 pm

    Happy birthday! I’m hoping to blog each day in October too… we’ll see how that goes! haha

    Reply
  10. Debbie says

    September 28, 2013 at 9:45 am

    I’m going to be praying for you on this journey and following your posts daily to encourage both of us. Happy Birthday, sweet friend.

    Reply
  11. Olivia @ Liv Lives Life says

    September 28, 2013 at 8:46 am

    Great idea! And happy birthday!

    Reply
  12. Liz @ I Heart Vegetables says

    September 28, 2013 at 7:34 am

    What a cool idea! I’m excited to see how the month goes!! 🙂

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  13. lindsay says

    September 28, 2013 at 6:23 am

    i love this idea! what a great way to embrace 30! it’s good age. Happy birthday beautiful

    Reply

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