Robert AnthonyMost people would rather be certain they're miserable, than risk being happy.
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The idea of being certain you’re miserable makes a lot of sense. The idea of risk should make you nervous because the outcome can be pretty unpredictable. The safe path is typically going to be easier and less interesting. That’s why people choose certainty over risk every day.
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