$JES 983 Being Jain In College An Experiential Guide 2nd Edition

Author(s): Sonali Vakharia
Publisher: JAINA Education Committee

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OPEN-MINDEDNESS AND EXPLORATION
Be open-minded to trying new foods, experiences, school clubs, classes, people, travel, etc. I'm telling you, you will open your world to endless opportunities and possibilities if you try new things! College is such an eclectic, diverse community, and once you get into the real world it can be difficult to have this much of a concentrated exposure to these new things. So please open your minds and explore! And no, I am not saying you should do extreme things like bungee jumping or sky diving. That's totally your decision! I am simply suggesting you try little things that might be scary to do at first. After all, "life begins at the end of your comfort
Do one thing everyday
that scares you.
-Eleanor Roosevelt
zone."
This could include traveling abroad, going to your first outing with a new group of people, or even going to your first meeting for a club whose purpose you're passionate about. What gets me through this is another one of my favorite quotes: "Do one thing every day that scares you!" It will push you to try new things, and you will feel so much stronger and accomplished. However, I suggest that whatever you do, make sure it is safe and doesn't contradict your morals.
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