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How Safety Sometimes Stops Us From Living (and what to do about it) | Chase Jarvis

Nov 7, 2024
Join Chase Jarvis, an award-winning artist and author of "Never Play It Safe," as he dives into the challenges of living a life driven by safety. He reveals how stepping out of your comfort zone is essential for unlocking creativity and joy. Explore the power of embracing discomfort and authenticity in personal growth. Learn how intuition and attention shape decision-making, helping you connect more deeply with yourself and others. This inspiring discussion advocates for taking risks to cultivate a richer, more meaningful life.
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INSIGHT

Safety Is An Illusion

  • Safety is an illusion and doesn't exist in nature.
  • The best experiences and growth lie beyond our comfort zone, past fear and risk.
ANECDOTE

Turning Point From Medicine To Creativity

  • Chase's creativity was stifled since childhood by societal expectations.
  • His turning point was rejecting a medical career path to embrace his authentic creative self.
ADVICE

Run Small Experiments Boldly

  • Identify the few people whose opinions truly matter to you.
  • Run small, lightweight experiments in the direction of your dreams without seeking perfection first.
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