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What does it mean?
A minimalist prompt encouraging open exploration and lack of fear.
In plain terms
Just try it if you are not sure.
What can you take from it?
Act on curiosity without overthinking.

Where it applies

  • decision making
  • creative work
  • life choices

Putting it to work

  • take a chance
  • start the project
  • explore new paths

Questions to consider

  • What have you hesitated to try?
  • Why do you wait?

Another view

Sometimes caution is necessary and 'why not' ignores risks.

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