Embracing uncertainty can lead to new possibilities from "summary" of Trying Not to Try by Edward Slingerland
The idea that uncertainty can actually be a source of new possibilities may seem counterintuitive at first. In our culture, we are often taught to fear the unknown, to avoid risks, and to stick to what is safe and predictable. However, as we explore the concept of wu-wei, or effortless action, we begin to see that embracing uncertainty is not a weakness, but a strength. When we try too hard to control every aspect of our lives, we can become paralyzed by fear of failure. By accepting that we cannot always predict or control the outcome of our actions, we open ourselves up to a world of new opportunities. When we let go of our need for certainty, we become more adaptable, more creative, ...
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