Dare to fly close to the sun from "summary" of The Icarus Deception by Seth Godin
The idea of pushing the boundaries, of reaching higher and farther than anyone thought possible, is not a new one. It’s a concept as old as time itself, as timeless as the story of Icarus, who dared to fly close to the sun. In our modern world, where conformity and safety are prized above all else, the notion of daring to fly close to the sun may seem reckless, even foolhardy. But the truth is, it is only by taking risks, by pushing ourselves beyond our limits, that we can truly achieve greatness.
When we dare to fly close to the sun, we are not just seeking to defy the odds or prove our critics wrong. We are reaching for something greater, something more profound than mere success or fame. We are striving to touch the very essence of our existence, to tap into the limitless potential that lies within each of us.
In the end, it is not the fear of failure that holds us back, but the fear of our own greatness. We are afraid of what we might become if we dare to fly close to the sun, of the power and the passion that might be unleashed within us. But it is only by facing that fear, by embracing it and using it to fuel our journey, that we can truly soar.
So let us cast aside our doubts and our reservations, let us spread our wings and take to the skies. Let us dare to fly close to the sun, knowing that the journey itself is the true reward, and that the possibilities are endless.
