Well, it has been a blast here in Encinitas so far! Del Mar is pretty pretty. There is a member here who has an backyard gym, that let's Missionaries come over and work out every morning. My companion, Elder Poulson, LOVES to work out! He is massive. In addition to playing sports (particularly football), he would also spend 3+ hours at the gym back home. Wow. That's crazy! It really has been a blessing for us.
We are trying to find people to teach right now. We are in a branch, so the number of Members is very small. We have been going to a lot of parks to go on walks or do studies, and that's been pretty fun. Although I typically enjoy studying indoors more, I agree it is better exposure to the public.
Man, you really learn a lot about yourself on the Mission! For all you who are waxing or waning, give it a shot. For example, I realized that by nature, I am an introvert! While I am great in short settings, I find that unending contact with lessons, people, and especially companions is EXHAUSTING. My few "alone" moments are so precious, with just me and God. Of course, I'm getting better at that. But I never considered myself to be an introvert before.
And I think ANYTIME you put yourself in a new environment, you'll learn something new about yourself. How you think, who you like to be around, where your heart is, and why you do things the way you do them. This type of reflection can be intimidating, but it is very healthy. It is much easier to grow content and snug if you've been in the same area, doing the same things, seeing the same people, for years. It can be hard to change ourselves and improve, when our environment remains stagnant. That's one reason I think that the older a person gets, the less they are willing to diverge from their lifestyle or beliefs.
Even a small change in regular routine and the people you see can teach you remarkable things. I'd encourage you, to do something new sometime. And not just a one-time thing. The longer you remain in an unfamiliar atmosphere, the more you are going to learn. If that idea sounds unappealing, it probably means you are a bit too comfortable and complacent. Be bold! Exercise courage! You will only conquer your fear by facing it. What you learn will be worth the effort.
See you all next week!
Elder Goss
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