EPISODE · Dec 1, 2025 · 0 MIN
The risk comes from not knowing what you're doing.
from Timeless Quotes Podcast: Life Lessons from All Across Humanity · host Timeless Quotes
This quote, often attributed to Warren Buffett, completely changes how we view risk. We often think risk is inherent in the activity itself—that investing, starting a business, or making a big change is just "dangerous."But this wisdom suggests that danger comes primarily from ignorance. Driving a car at 100 mph is terrifyingly risky for a novice, but calculated for a Formula 1 driver. Why? Competence.The antidote to fear isn't just courage; it's education. When you do your homework, understand the variables, and master the skills, the "gamble" turns into a calculated strategy. If you want to lower the risk, don't lower your goals—raise your knowledge.What is one area where you are currently studying to reduce your risk?
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This quote, often attributed to Warren Buffett, completely changes how we view risk. We often think risk is inherent in the activity itself—that investing, starting a business, or making a big change is just "dangerous."But this wisdom suggests that danger comes primarily from ignorance. Driving a car at 100 mph is terrifyingly risky for a novice, but calculated for a Formula 1 driver. Why? Competence.The antidote to fear isn't just courage; it's education. When you do your homework, understand the variables, and master the skills, the "gamble" turns into a calculated strategy. If you want to lower the risk, don't lower your goals—raise your knowledge.What is one area where you are currently studying to reduce your risk?
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