Be Willing To Risk It All
Be Willing To Risk It All
October 10th
“There is but one chain holding us in fetters, and that is our love of life. There is no need to cast this love out altogether, but it does need to be lessened somewhat so that, in the event of circumstances ever demanding this, nothing may stand in the way of our being prepared to do at once what we must do at some time or other.”
—Seneca
Letters From A Stoic
Don't misunderstand; Seneca is not endorsing a rejection of life, but rather, he advises moderation in our love for it. When you lessen your extreme love for life, you create room for adaptability, and don’t let fear hold you back.
This is a call to prepare for the inevitable trials of life ahead.
Whether it's making a career change, ending a toxic relationship, or ultimately facing our own mortality, every one of these transitions requires courage.
So, embrace change, welcome uncertainty, and worry less about losing what you have. Remember, by letting go of a strong attachment to the present state, you enable yourself to navigate through life's changes with more grace and resilience.
After all, isn't evolution a part of living too?
