12 ways to push yourself out of your comfort zone every day

It's much easier to remain within the boundaries of where you feel comfortable than it is to face the fear of venturing beyond them.

But by limiting yourself to what you already know, you're likely missing out on professional opportunities, life experiences, and personal growth.

Want to get out of your safe cocoon but don't know where to begin? The hardest part is taking the first step.

In the Quora thread "How can I come out of my comfort zone?," readers shared some of the simple steps they take each day to push their limits.

Here are some of our favorites: