The Edge

Is there not always going to be money in the world? Recession or not? It's probably safe to say that if you read this blog you are probably not living on the streets and have a bit of money in your bank, or at least have the ability to make some. So why are so many so afraid to spend theirs? I'm not just talking about on wind breakers or chinos, but to actually do something, or make something cool happen. I really do believe that you only live once, and now is probably the best time to do something. There is a pretty great opportunity to do some fun, interesting and cool things in the next couple years. And if you are young, creative and relatively bright (and dressed well), the only person stopping you is probably yourself. I know I have stopped myself at times and I feel like the time is coming to jump off the cliff and take a risk. I have been getting pretty stressed out about costs, start up problems and tons of stuff I need to learn, that I don't know about.

But you can't wait forever for that perfect time to make big decisions. I feel that risks are what makes life interesting and fun to live. Whether it's wearing some overalls or starting a business that you really believe in and are passionate about. Of course there are smart choices and there are poor choices, but with a realistic perspective, positive outlook and an actually good idea, you can make something happen. There are lots of people who read this blog who already have taken a jump of a cliff, or maybe a few, but there are going to be more to take in the near future. And for a lot of us we haven't taken the first big one. I definitely have a lot of respect for those who have taken a well calculated jump, it is rare - but I can't imagine anything more exciting.

Comments

[ELMO]

Very good read. I totally agree with taking risks at somepoint of your life. If you want to full fil your dream(s) etc. there will always be a risk at some point. So why not take it know?!

[James]

Amidst the barrage of shit I read awhile ago concerning depression theories was a theory which at its heart stated that depressions are due to a lack of investment into new ideas. Basically innovative stagnation results in a dip in the economy.

Through some haphazard searching, I found that Joseph Schumpeter's Innovation theory fits what I read, if it's not in fact WHAT I read.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joseph_Schumpeter

[Mike]

I think now is the time or anytime for that matter do just do something you love or want to love doing. And of course the first biggest obstacle like losing weight is your mentality. Your heart's there but your mind or willpower lacks. And who doesn't lack self-confidence and be completely nervous. I also think that when you approach the general public, you feel humiliated or showing your lack of competence when you want to start something fresh. It's hell to deal but again, who cares about them. I think setting yourself realistic dreams and goals can set yourself pretty far ahead. I guess we can't all be creative and dandy so that's why there's the masses who keep the country economy running.

[Kenji]

@James Thanks for the link to Innovation theory and Joseph Schumpeter. This post and following comments have been in line with other things I have been recently reading. Must be a sign 11:11

@Mike I equate the feeling of presenting your ideas to the public as that dream everyone has a child where they show up to class or to present and some how you have no clothes on--maybe just my dream? Embarrassing nonetheless.

I just finished a post on what has been in the comment's section of this blog post. http://kenjisummers.com/2009/02/innovation-theory/