A tangible mix of nervous fear and excitement fills the air. Finally, obeying her older brother, Emma flings the door open and jumps back quickly. There are squeals of delight and satisfaction. As they celebrate their accomplishment, I marvel how children so naturally live in a world of adventure. If I allow myself to go with them into this world, I am enlivened.
Adventure is active, joyful discovery.
Adventure brings us to the far edge of our life experience and invites us to take one more step beyond what we know. It demands that we let go of our control and immerse ourselves in a new venture. The depth of our curiosity outweighs our fear. Self-doubt is balanced by a calling forth of strengths, and vulnerability takes back seat to the vision of a greater reward. It is a natural and unparalleled opportunity for growth.