Go ahead, take a risk!

“The only man who never makes a mistake is the man who never does anything.”
― Theodore Roosevelt 

Not doing anything is a great way to play it safe.  But taking a risk brings more satisfaction.  There is the satisfaction of accomplishment; the satisfaction of having done a good job; and most importantly, the satisfaction of having the courage to take that risk.  Sure, it can be scary at times, intimidating, unpleasant.  But the rewards are oh, so delicious.  Think of the time when you had your eye on a person of the opposite sex and were afraid to approach him or her? When you finally conquered your fear, did you not feel lighter? That person's response is almost inconsequential.  What matters is that you dared to step out on the skinny branches! 

Dare to be great!