Hearing James Collier's Story

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Hearing James Colliers story genuinely spoke to me. I’ve been able to apply his story to my own life. For example, I have always been the one to avoid having anxiety by taking the easy way out. Such as, running away from the situation or having an excuse not to do it. As a result, I have given up numerous opportunities to explore life outside of my comfort zone. Hearing Collier and Teds story spoke to me on many levels. Although their stories differ from each other, they still have a similar motivation to get the readers out of their comfort zone. Collier and Teds story have significant meaning to the readers. For instance, Ted had to reform completely the ways he once created art due to the nerve damage. His dream of becoming an artist slowly

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