The idea of fear can be frightening! but the idea of prospering is another. Welcome Mrs Mackay and students today is the discussion of risks and rewards. I will discover wether a risks can be beneficial, or dangerous to us and if it is worth it. Well with the help of Wonder and The Happiest Refuge we can see from the examples provided if it is worth the pain. Mark Zuckerberg said “The only strategy that is guaranteed to fail is not taking risks” this statement from the millionaire of the company Facebook invites us into a discussion taking us into the true meaning of taking a risk and what us as humans can gain. I agree with this statement because as humans if you do not take a risk you’re not gaining anything for yourself while missing out on …show more content…
This book teaches us the true meaning to take all risks and hope that you will gain something from it. “You always have to make decisions in your life, Anh. And don’t kid yourself; when you don’t decide, that’s a decision” This quote teaches us that you hold, the key to your future and that deciding whether or not to go and grab that opportunity or to just be complacency it’s completely your choose. The example when Anh goes onto the stage and convince his school why he should become school captain is a great example of going out of your comfort zone or personal bubble. Even though Anh doesn’t become school captain he gains something that means a lot more, self-confidence and courage these are things that change who you are! Anh now realises that “if you lose and fail, but you still celebrate coming second because you’ve given it a red hot go. There is no need to fear failure.” this is a message to celebrate taking a risk to gain a reward and that actions speak louder then
The story Towards a True Refuge is written by San Suu Kyi. Her main focus throughout this whole story is security. She shows that this is her focus by mentioning many things such as man-made disasters, the disagreements between parties, famine, and accountable governments. "Man-made disasters are made by dominant individuals and cliques which refuse to move beyond the autistic confines of partisan interest." In this excerpt from Towards a True Refuge, Kyi is saying that these disasters are made by groups of self-centered people who can't get over their thoughts that they need to be in control constantly. Proving her point that individuals caught in the middle of these disputes may feel a lack of security when 'material possessions' are brought into it. Many
Anybody who takes a full role in society takes risks: crossing the road, using a bus, driving a car, and talking to people they do not know. Risk may be physical (injury and accident), emotional (humiliation, sense of failure), or mental (stress).
“In the end we only regret the chances we didn’t take.” - Lewis Carroll. The quote discussed is Jack London “The proper function of man is to live, not exist. I shall not waste my days trying to prolong them. I shall use my time.” In order to support this I will use evidence from articles and studies. I agree with Jack London’s claim that people should live not exist, and use their time wisely. I agree because risk taking actually has health benefits, people often take risks and then love the outcome and research has found risk taking can actually be eye-opening.
Both protagonists Rainsford in, The Most Dangerous Game and Farah in, Escape from Afghanistan have fierce determination. Rainsford shows his determination through his swimming and Farah shows hers through her walking. Rainsford survives the dangerous sea and Farah reaches Pakistan, both are successful in their journey. Therefore, they both set a great example for the reading audience to be determined to reach their goals. Everyone has wants, desires, aspirations and determination is the key to achieving them. Once someone is determined to fulfill their wants, they can achieve it.
Taking risks will enhance what we have in life, it will make us grow as a person. By being a young college student, I am drawn to take risks every day. One time I felt verbose choosing either to further my education, or to work. I choose my education over wealth, because I knew there is always going to be another opportunity for me getting a career. Edelman says, “Be willing to stand up for something that matters.”
In conclusion if you take risk you will learn from your mistakes, know how to handle certain situations better and you can accomplish your dreams. Qoutebites.com said” it’s not about getting a chance, it’s about taking a
We see risk taking being defined as exposure to the chance or injury of loss; a hazard of dangerous chance. But what if there was another way of redefining risk taking? What must one overcome to be able to define their own accomplishments and or failure as taking risks in their lives? In the collection of unit 5 of the Close Reader by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company, we as a class clearly got to understand the importance of risk taking and how risks can affect one's life in the decisions they choose to make. The stories of Beowulf, Blackheart, and lastly Are Genetically Modified Foods Scary? a perfect example of what the cause and effects are for risk taking. The importance of
First of all, this book is similar to some things I'm learning in social psychology. It wasn't any suprise to me when I
As I sit here, on the hood of my car looking out into the vast field I think to myself, why this place? Out of all the places that mean so much to me, why does this place stand out the most? Everyone has that one spot that is special to him or her for various reasons whether it be a memory, experience, how it makes them feel, etc. For me, my favorite place encompasses all my senses bringing them to an all time high filling me with an overwhelming indescribable feeling. It’s my sanctuary, a safe place, but above all a place to clear my mind and getaway from reality. There aren’t enough captivating words to describe the beauty of this place. In the winter, the vast field covered in a blanket of untouched glimmering snow surrounded by bare
This paper is going to discuss the similarities and differences between two books and an article that all focus on the cost-benefit analysis and risk. Daniel Gardener, the author of The Science of Fear, and Cass R. Sunstein, the author of Risk and Reason, shared many view points and their books overlap in many ways. Malcolm Gladwell, the author of “The Engineer 's Lament,” focused on similar ideas as the other two authors, but had a different interpretation and way of presenting them.
In Conclusion Is it better to take risks and perhaps make some mistakes or remain cautious and risk nothing? Well, it’s good to take risks because it helps people sometimes it benefits you and it makes you feel like a hero sometimes like when you risk your life for the president, people will remember you as a hero. Maybe some people take risk to do bad
Business is the process of combining land, labor, and capital to generate wealth in the form of goods and services that contribute to the quality of life. Therefore, as an individual who is in the process of generating wealth, I will anticipate to be perceived as a “risk-taker” in the eyes of society. To become a “risk-taker” means that I will be able to accept new challenges and shortcoming, as I generate wealth that contribute to the quality of life for myself and society.
This study is set to discuss the case of Comfort Homes from chapter 7 of Mazzarol (2011) book which focused on planning and strategy in entrepreneurial venture. The case study analysis will address the questions and demonstrating of concepts taught in the unit to the case as a business solution or lessons. James, the owner manager of Comfort Homes, turned his business into a multi-million dollar success story. Although by time, it was not enough for him as he faced bigger managerial problems. Planning, segmentation, and leadership are some of the difficulties James are facing.
There is no organisation that is not faced with risks because every company has its own unexpected negative outcomes. According to Hopkin (2012, xviii) risk is everywhere and derives directly from unpredictability. The process of identifying, assessing and managing risk brings any business full circle back to its strategic objective for it will be clear that not everything can be controlled. Risk management involves a healthy dose of both common sense and strategic awareness coupled with an intimate knowledge of
"Simply put, risk is uncertainty. The more risk you take, the more you stand to lose or gain. You cannot expect high returns without taking substantial risks."