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May 26 2023
The Miraculous Benefits of Trying New Things
The Miraculous Benefits of Trying New Things
When’s the last time you took an exciting risk? Was it last week? Last month? YEARS ago? Most of us try to avoid risk because we love the safety and security that comes with routine. After all, there’s a certain amount of uncertainty involved in venturing outside the norm - “what if I order a different meal and hate it?” or “what if I try a new fitness class and embarrass myself?”
These are completely normal thoughts, but imagine if you could move past them? What new and possibly life-changing opportunities are waiting on the other side?
Well Jazzercise Nation, we’ve decided this summer is all about YES. To kick things off, we’re shining light on the total-body benefits of trying new things. Think of it as a friendly reminder that you’re always one “yes” away from the next best thing!
Saying YES Boosts Brain Health
We know the incredible physical benefits of dance cardio, but did you know trying new things can help stimulate
brain cell health? To paint a better picture of what that means, let’s first uncover the importance of new brain cells. In order to keep our brains healthy, it's crucial that we develop
new pathway connections between our brain cells. These new pathways act as an exercise for your brain—and we know all about the benefits of a good workout!
So, now that we know we need them, what are the easiest ways to stimulate brain health?
Luckily, it’s not expensive or difficult! By simply experiencing something new, you can generate these new neural pathways. Whether you learn how to play chess, pick up a new language, or add a different workout like Jazzercise into your routine—engaging in new tasks will boost your brain health!
Saying YES Improves Confidence
While there’s no easy button for building confidence, we
do know that confidence is built through
experience. There are a number of ways to cultivate your confidence, and trying new things is one of the most powerful!
When you overcome the initial discomfort of learning something new and get better at it, you’ll find strength and confidence you never knew you had! Some confidence-boosting activities could be:
• Completing a project: build a piece of furniture, try a DIY project, cook a new dish, or write a short story.
• Join a new like-minded community: trivia nights, non-profit organizations, or grabbing a coffee with new friends after a sweat sesh!
• Learn a new skill: read a book on personal finance, take music lessons, learn how to code, book an online course in a subject you’re interested in.
You’ll never know what you like—or
don’t like—by saying no. So, uplift your sense of self by seeing what’s possible with YES.
Saying YES Encourages Growth
If you wait until you feel ready to pursue something, it may pass you by. By saying yes, you naturally adopt a growth mindset, because you’re leading with your curiosity rather than your fear.
Let’s say you eat the same meal every night. While you know and swear by this meal, you’re only limited to those flavors. Once you introduce a different dish, you’ll be exposed to a whole new set of ingredients that will open the door to
different possibilities. So, the more you forge ahead making new discoveries, the more you’ll expand your interests!
Start Your Summer of YES
Whether you’re looking to improve your brain health or simply prevent boredom, saying “yes” is an easy way to invite more goodness into your life!