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Every Risk I Took Because I Can’t Stomach Being Mediocre

Every Risk I Took Because I Can’t Stomach Being Mediocre

Most people follow a path they didn't choose, often indoctrinated into “safe” careers and borrowed definitions of a “good life.” In our rapidly changing world, safety is often just a narrative. This episode explores how breaking away from the curated path and taking specific risks transformed my life: not applying for traditional jobs, moving across the world, and investing in mentorship, along with the sacrifice and discipline these choices entailed.

#risk-taking, #mentorship, #life transformation, #career change, #investing in oneself


Timeline

00:00:Intro

01:18:Risk #1: Choosing Uncertainty

05:30:Risk #2: Mentorship and the ROI

09:39:Risk #3: Proximity

12:37:Zooming Out