Stepping out of your comfort zone with Grace E. Jones

"Give priority to people and be available."

As an introvert, getting to know people has always been one of the hardest things for me. I know this may sounds crazy, but when I travel & get out of my comfort zone, I talk to more people & actually get to know them on a deeper level. Maybe, it's the fact that I might never see them again or that we are speaking different languages OR maybe it's the fact that sometimes I don't even have to speak a word for a conversation to take place, something as simple as a smile & you know the person's whole story. I will never forget the smiles I have exchanged with complete strangers on the dirt streets in a foreign land. When you step out of your comfort zone you are changed instantly, whether you want that change to happen or not. Some people may call me crazy, but I don't feel at home in the United States anymore. Actually, I never felt a connection here. You may be asking what the quote "Give priority to people and be available." means in this whole ramble of mine. To me it's a reminder; to not focus on your self & to look around and see the happiness & brokenness of the people you are sharing the air with.

I wanted to share a few photos from some of my most recent travels. I wish I could sit down with each and everyone of you to tell you the amazing stories behind all of these beautiful people. But, alas I can not. If you want to check out the stories behind the faces & places check out my blog posts Part 1 HERE, Part 2 HERE and Part 3 HERE!

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Grace continually blows me away with her beautiful images and overly kind heart. I've been girl crushing on her for a long time now and am so blessed to have her share her stories and sweet moments with us all. Thank you for sharing such a powerful message today! Be sure to check out more images from her travels and other photography on her blog, Facebook and Instagram. She's a gem!