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What does it mean?
Life involves risks and accidents, but you must not let fear stop you.
In plain terms
Accidents happen, but don't fear living.
What can you take from it?
Accept risks but don't let fear paralyze you.

Where it applies

  • motivational talk
  • overcoming fear
  • philosophy

Putting it to work

  • face fears
  • take calculated risks

Questions to consider

  • What are you afraid of?
  • How do you handle risk?

Another view

Some risks are avoidable and should be mitigated.

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