Never Play It Safe: Chase Jarvis On Risk, Creativity, & 7 Tools To Build The Life You Want
The Rich Roll Podcast
Playing It Safe, Other side of Comfort, 100% of time Most Fulfilling
Playing it safe often means conforming to others' expectations rather than embracing one's authentic self. This tendency is deeply ingrained and can masquerade as a virtue, as seen in societal pressures to pursue financially secure and culturally esteemed careers like law. While such choices aren’t inherently negative, they often lead individuals away from their unique path in life. Extensive research reveals that the most fulfilling experiences consistently occur on the other side of fear, where calculated risks are taken despite discomfort. The default to safety may stem from our biological wiring, as humans are conditioned to avoid danger and rely on community for security. However, true fulfillment is typically found by navigating through fear rather than seeking comfort.
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