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What does it mean?
Life loses its value if it becomes completely predictable.
In plain terms
Uncertainty makes life interesting.
What can you take from it?
Embrace uncertainty as part of living.

Where it applies

  • planning
  • risk taking
  • career changes

Putting it to work

  • taking calculated risks
  • adapting to change

Questions to consider

  • Am I trying to control things I cannot?

Another view

Some people crave predictability for mental safety.

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