When was the last time you took a real risk?  Not the "I'm going to try a different salad dressing" kind, but something on the order of "This could seriously hurt me...or worse." We tend to grow more risk averse as we age, and with good reason.  We don't have the same physical capabilities or …

Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #108: Take a Risk and Enjoy the Ride

The term “risk” seems to generally have a negative connotation in our society. “That’s too risky” is, of course, a commentary on the potential negative impact of something. Financial investments are frequently categorized in terms of a risk vs. potential reward framework. We try to convince children and teenagers to avoid risky behaviors that might …

Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #88: Risk More. Worry Less.