Dare: A Bold Invitation #87

Dare: A bold invitation to step outside your comfort zone. To try something new, brave, playful, or unfamiliar. It’s a spark of courage that calls you into growth, adventure, and possibility.

To dare is to say YES to the unknown.
To stretch.
To rise.
To grow.

Sometimes a dare is big and loud:

• Sign up. Show up. Speak up.
• Ask them out. Apply for the job. Book the trip.
• Go for it.

Sometimes it’s quiet and deeply personal:

• Set a boundary.
• Say the thing.
• Take the first step toward the version of you you’ve been dreaming of.

Every dare is a doorway.

And on the other side? More freedom. More life. More YOU.

I actually did this recently…

I was at a little community center with the kids. They were playing pickleball and ping pong and pool, and I was getting some work done like I often do. I’ll usually play with them a bit, but also get in some writing time.

On this particular day, I noticed a couple people setting up equipment. I asked what it was, and they said, “Oh—we’re setting up for karaoke next week.”

I said, “Oh fun.”

Then I turned to the kids and whispered, “I’m going to ask if I can try it.”

They laughed and said, “No you’re not!”

And I said, “Yes. I am.”

So I did. I asked. And they loved the idea.

Once it was all set up, I felt those nerves kick in. My hands were trembling a little. I was a little cold, but let’s be honest, it wasn’t just the temperature. It was nerves. Because I’m not a great singer. I love to sing, but karaoke? That’s kind of out of my comfort zone. Sure, I probably did it in my 20s, but I can’t really remember it.

So this felt new. Spontaneous. Playful. A little uncomfortable. But it ended up being awesome.

I sang with other people. We all laughed. The kids filmed it and laughed at me. 😂 And I felt so much more alive afterward.

That’s the magic. That moment when nervousness turns into excitement, and excitement turns into aliveness.

When the world feels brighter, you feel bigger. More open. More connected.

And suddenly, it’s like maybe more good things are possible. That’s what we’re going for.

So here’s your dare…

Do something that stretches you just a little. Say yes to something fun. Something bold. Something new.

And if you feel inspired, share it on Heroic Social. I’d love to see what you do.

#DareWin

Dare on, my friends. You’ve got this!

And for those curious souls — you can check out a little video of me singing HERE. 😂