You have a choice to make. Are you going to live boldly and courageously, or are you going to play it safe? If you expect to live an extraordinary life, you have to be willing to push down fear and take risks. I will review my list of risks that every man should take in his lifetime.
Take these chances to create an extraordinary life
- Say yes. We get comfortable and complacent, and then when somebody asks us to do something or we’re given an opportunity, our knee-jerk reaction is to say no. Saying yes will expose you to new experiences, people, and opportunities.
- Say no. You need to say no to people you shouldn’t be saying yes to. There’s nothing wrong with wanting to make somebody happy or like you, but if you do it to the detriment of yourself, time, spirit, or integrity, you need to say no. Saying no is risky because you may lose friends.
- Lose toxic friends. This can be difficult because it’s scary to remove yourself from somebody’s life. People in your life should be good for you, bringing you joy and fulfillment and lifting you up. If someone is tearing you down or making you feel worse, eliminate them.
- Grow facial hair. Whether it’s a beard, mustache, or other facial hair, you need to give yourself permission to grow it out and experiment.
- Grow out your locks. Every guy should try having medium-length hair at some point. You may feel sexier!
- Try new fragrances. Switch up your scent and take a risk. Even if you have found your signature scent, people will get used to it. Smell iconic!
- Ask her. Whether you’re asking her to dance or go on a date, don’t worry about the worst-case scenario. Think about what will happen if she says yes.
- Break up. If you know it isn’t good long-term, this is tough because it’s hard. You need to have uncomfortable conversations, realize you’re probably going to be sad, and you may have an urge to go back. Push it down and don’t go back because what’s on the other side of loneliness and hurt is a fantastic person you’re supposed to be with.
- Be yourself. Invest in yourself by working out, taking care of yourself, and dressing with purpose.
- Go travel. Expand your horizons, see different people and places, and experience other cultures.
- Reinvent yourself. Realize that nothing great was ever accomplished because it was easy. The bigger the risk, the bigger the reward. Step outside of your comfort zone and take a shot. Sometimes, it won’t work out, but reinventing yourself can lead to bigger and better things.
- Start a business. Financial freedom is not just for other people—it’s for you, too. Take the risks now so you do not have to worry about money later. True wealth is developed by owning a business.
