Oct 07

How ‘Playing It Safe’ Almost Cost Me Everything (Don’t Settle!)

Illustration of a person standing at the edge of a high cliff, gazing out over distant mountains under an orange sky, symbolizing contemplation, choice, and risk.
Read from "Never Play It Safe" (pg 11): I kept letting myself get talked out of living my dreams by people who had given up on theirs. And it became a pattern that I repeated well into adulthood. I’d discover something unique and different about myself that I truly loved—go deep into that thing that made me come alive—and then like clockwork I’d put someone else’s idea of what I should be doing above my... read more ›
Aug 26

Why Playing It Safe Is Riskier Than You Think

A silhouette of a person standing triumphantly on the edge of a cliff, arms outstretched, against a vibrant and colorful sky. The sky is filled with dramatic clouds in shades of blue, pink, orange, and purple, creating a breathtaking and awe-inspiring scene. The image conveys a sense of freedom, achievement, and connection with nature.
READ THIS FIRST! Security is mostly a superstition. It does not exist in nature, nor do the children of men as a whole experience it. Avoiding danger is no safer in the long run than outright exposure. Life is either a daring adventure, or nothing.  - Helen Keller   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Chase Jarvis (@chasejarvis) Safety is an illusion. It does not exist in nature, so why then... read more ›
May 27

Playing It Safe? How to Step Outside Your Comfort Zone

It's incredibly easy to settle into the comfort of the familiar—the same routines, the usual habits, and the paths well-trodden. But somewhere in the back of your mind, isn't there a small voice urging you to shake things up, to take a risk, to venture into uncharted territory?  Maybe you've experienced this feeling while watching someone fully immerse themselves in their craft on stage—whether through music, dance, or a bold stand-up routine. Isn't it absolutely... read more ›