I am constantly inspired by Conor. Not just because he is my boyfriend, but because of the person that he is in general. He does not get overly anxious or stressed, he does not worry about people judging him, and he’s always willing to go out on a limb and try new things.
Yesterday, I couldn’t help but think about this when he re-joined his college lacrosse team. He mentioned to me a few weeks ago that he was thinking about playing again, but I didn’t take it very seriously. He used to play in high school, and was actually quite good, but when he went to college he played for only one season and then decided to take time to focus on his studies.
He wasn’t concerned that he no longer knew anybody on the team, that he hasn’t played in 3 years, that he previously quit that same team, or that he was using his 7 year old equipment. He just did it. He put himself out there, took a risk, and joined the team because he loves to play lacrosse.
Several months ago he did the same thing when he joined a local men’s hockey league. His brother convinced him to join, and Conor jumped in two feet forward. He easily made friends on the team, and never once let anything deter him.
I admire this quality in him. I know so many people, myself included, that would be beyond stressed out when put in these situations. He has a quiet confidence that is very admirable… though anybody who knows him knows that he is the furthest thing from quiet. 🙂
It’s so important to be with somebody who pushes you beyond your comfort zone, and inspires you to become better. I’m lucky to have somebody who does this on a daily basis in my life.
xo,
Jaclyn
