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NICHOLAS BOOTHMAN
people, and you’ll probably be the fourth. Hang out
with three complainers, and chances are you’ll be the
fourth. Hang out with three millionaires, and who
knows? Hang out with three cheats, thugs, or
conspiracy theorists, and guess what?
Third. Your willingness to take risks and step out of
your comfort zone gives you access to all kinds of
growth. To quote Eleanor Roosevelt, the former first
lady of the United States, "Do one thing every day that
scares you. On the other side of that fear, opportunity
awaits.”
To a cautious person like Rush, Eleanor Roosevelt's
advice might seem a bit strange. After all, fear is a
smart way to keep yourself safe from harm and risks.
It's like a warning signal to be cautious. So, why would
anyone want to do things that scare them on purpose?
Our upbringing and education seem to contradict this
notion. But, as Eleanor Roosevelt suggests, when we
face our fears, we might find amazing opportunities
waiting for us on the other side.
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