I’ve been working with a world-ranked junior athlete over the last few months and, in exploring why she doesn’t take more chances when she competes, she told me that a big goal of hers recently has ...

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A willingness to take risks is key to happiness, Harvard University social scientist and bestselling author Arthur Brooks writes in his book, "The Happiness Files." ...

Taking risks is part of sport, and part of life: You won’t excel as an athlete if you don’t take shots that you know may not go into the goal, push harder in a run knowing you may not be able to hold ...

This approach is for disciplined investors who realize that long-term success isn't built by taking bigger risks but by earning steady income and reducing exposure.

A step of faith or a little risk often leads to some of life's best gifts. These quotes about taking risks give you that final push to just go for it. If you're taking chances, there may be risk ...