I told Facebook this morning that I'm thankful for the ability to take risks. Some people have no choice, their whole lives consist of risks, every day! But for me, it is a first world problem; I do have choices about how much risk to take into my day-to-day life.
At the time I posted on FB I was thinking of the risk of taking on a puppy "at my age". But I have indulged in several "risk for reward" adventures over my lifetime. Joining Sparkpeople, various attempts at losing and maintaining weight at a healthier level... starting to run longer distances, participating in obstacle courses and later triathlons... all of those involved some level of risk. One can get hurt taking on voluntary risks.
Some people risk their hearts in romantic relationships. Some make safer choices, but in the end, partnering in life is a risk, too. Having children! Making big purchases "on loan" like a house or a car... risks.
And in order to accept a risk, one needs a certain level of courage.
It is these aspects of human life for which I am grateful today, facing uncertainty with courage, accepting risk, and in many cases, becoming richer, emotionally, intellectually, in our physical and mental health, and if we're fortunate, sometimes materially or financially.
Life is Good! Keep on Sparking!
I am thankful that I got my Covid booster yesterday. I'll be even more grateful tomorrow when the symptoms ease and I feel better.
ReplyDeleteHugs! Thank you for taking good care of your health!
DeleteOh for sure . . . grateful for kids, puppies, families . . . but they all have their risks and rewards, don't they! LOL
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Indeed they do! Life would be pretty dull without them.
DeleteI don't seek out risks but when they come my way, I try to enjoy the ride and handle things the best I can. Have a great day!
ReplyDeleteExcellent! I am an "every so often" risk taker, not every day, mind you, but enough to keep life interesting!
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