I am running for an office in my Chorale. As part of the process, there is a short written application. On one of my responses I wrote, “I’m not afraid to take risks” . . . then I put my pen down and reconsidered. I crossed out “not afraid” and wrote “willing” above it. 

The truth is — I’m petrified to take risks, but I hope I’m never too afraid to take them. I don’t have to wait to be unafraid to take a risk. 

Here’s to being scared out your mind and taking a chance anyway.