So I’m going to cheat a little bit and use both directives on this one. Also, things are about to get personal, but I think part of creativity is using what you can bring to the table so I’m going to let you have a peek inside my head.
I made two lists, things that are inside my comfort zone and things that are outside my comfort zone. Both are telling and there are a few things that are on one list that I wish were on the other. There are also a couple that overlap, that was deliberate. There are things that are both comfortable and scary for me and so the line isn’t as clear in those areas.
My Comfort Zone:
- staying at home
- public speaking (talking AT people)
- acting
- sitting
- cooking
- writing
- pets/animals
- my family
- texting (versus talking or calling)
- reading
- making art
- snakes
- the city
- feeling smart
- the library
- introspection
- trying new things
- being in charge
Outside my Comfort Zone:
- being naked
- sharing my secrets
- compliments
- awkward silences
- playing sports
- making phone calls
- social situations (talking TO people)
- dating (going on dates)
- failing in front of people
- heights
- kids
- acting
- asking for help
- getting lost
- swimming
- standing with people shorter than me
- feeling stupid
- this post.
- showing people my art
- rejection (I have a hard time saying no)
- singing
- having my picture taken
- parties
- bugs
- trying new things
- being in charge
This actually took longer than I thought it would and it wasn’t as easy as I thought. Surprisingly, it was somewhat easier to come up with things outside of my comfort zone than things I’m actually comfortable with. Maybe I take the easy things for granted but either way, This is a good starting point. This will help me set goals for this week. I can talk to a stranger who owns a VW and get some great insights that way. I can try making a video collaboration (asking for help) or actually doing art and posting it (D:). This is almost like a miscellaneous box of thoughts dumped on the floor and all I have to do now is sort through them and find the good ones.
Copy Write Paste 
Elizabeth, Combining directives is fine. Remember, you’re objective is to create a post centered around a good idea…. your idea.
Be sure to keep up with the deadlines. The easiest way to do well on this project (and to get the most out of the project) is to keep up with all of the deadlines. The work does not slow down; the best time to catch up is now. Do the assigned amount every week, and do a couple extra to catch up before it’s too late. Have fun with it!