Simply put, new is scary. That’s just how it should be. If it wasn’t scary, it would mean you’ve done it all before or are simply following to the letter what someone else has already carved out. And that doesn’t sound like much fun at all, right?
Your brain lights up like a Christmas tree when you’re in a new situation where the outcome is uncertain, so the fear you feel about starting a new job is just your brain doing what it’s supposed to do. The real problem then, is thinking that the fear and anxiety is a problem. It isn’t. It’s perfectly normal.
When that part of you that’s scared of the new starts to scream at you, give yourself room to pause. Reassure yourself that you’ve come this far, tell yourself that you’re not going to die, and press on through that fear. I promise: With time, this too shall pass.
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I’m an apprentice tattoo artist. An artist who owns a few shops invited me to their team.
I’ve got a long way to go. I’m still learning basic shading techniques. Working with a tattoo pen adds depth to the traditional flat plane I’m used to working on.
One is never too old to learn a new skill.
At times I feel like a complete newb.
So, here is a meme that I love. I’m sharing it for everyone who is learning something new.
