“We fail far more often from timidity than from over-daring ”
— Geoffrey Chaucer
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People often miss out on opportunities because they are too afraid to take risks, rather than because they try too hard or are overly bold. Imagine you have a chance to apply for your dream job, but you don’t, thinking you’re not good enough. In this case, you lose out not because you tried and failed, but because you didn’t try at all. Similarly, in history, many inventions wouldn't exist if their creators had been too scared to experiment and make mistakes. Being too cautious can hold you back much more than being too daring. So, it's important to take calculated risks and try new things, even if there’s a chance you might fail. Doing so can lead to growth, success, and new experiences that you wouldn't have had otherwise.
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