I have a dare for you all.

All, as in probably just Izzie, since I don't know of anyone else who reads this blog.

But...

I have a challenge.

Be vulnerable.

With my border-line agoraphobia tendencies lately, I strongly suggest you try.

Open up in a creative way, be it pictures, music, or my personal favorite...writing.

Trust me, when you get out exactly what you need to say at that moment, and let out every emotion you are feeling in some way, you'll feel better.

But better yet...share it with someone.

I blog to get stuff out. As nerdy as that may be, it's 100% true.

And sure, there are times when I can't bring myself to write about how I'm feeling because I honestly cannot bring myself to face it because that means it's real.

But when I do do write about hard things, I always force myself not to regret it.

Since,

1. I'm getting it off my chest and

2. I can always look back and remember how that moment felt, and how good it feels not to be there.

Plus, if there's a chance I can help someone else by sharing my trials and tribulations, then it's a win-win.

So, 

Next time you feel like you are about to burst, grab a pen and paper.

Write a letter to someone and tell them exactly how you feel. Then...MAIL IT.

Or, grab your camera and snap as many pictures as you can.

Just do something to get built up emotions out of you.

It's terrifying, I know. But just do it.

I promise you'll feel better.

Oh, and the other thing I've been hearing a lot about today is smiling just to make yourself feel better. It's worth a shot.

Fake it 'till you make it.