2-Minute Trying Something New Ritual

Time needed: 2 minutes

Setting: Anytime you want to experiment

Purpose: One brave moment of exploration and growth

Small Adventure Inquiry (120 seconds)

What: Taking one tiny step into the unknown:

- Choose something small you've never tried before (new route, food, approach, question)

- Take three breaths while saying "I'm curious about this"

- Notice any excitement or nervousness about the unknown

- Remind yourself "I don't need to be good at this, just willing to try"

- Take the first small step with open curiosity

Notice: Mix of anticipation and hesitation, how your body responds to novelty, energy that comes from stepping outside routine

Why: Regular small experiments build courage, prevent stagnation, keep life feeling fresh and engaging

Closing: "I'm proud of myself for trying"

Notice: How trying something new affects your relationship with possibility

Why: Small acts of courage accumulate into confidence and growth

Alternative BONUS Single Micro-Moments (30 seconds each):

The Tiny Twist: Change one small thing about your usual routine right now

The Curious Question: Ask someone a question you've never asked before

The Different Path: Take a route you've never taken (even just a different aisle in a store)

The New Taste: Try one bite of something unfamiliar

The Fresh Approach: Do a familiar task in a slightly different way

Tips:

- Keep experiments small and low-risk

- Focus on curiosity rather than success

- Celebrate the attempt, not just the outcome

- Let beginner's mind guide you

- Notice what trying new things teaches you about yourself