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I tend to disagree with what you said. If you have a lot to risk, want to risk a lot, and CAN handle risking a lot - do it.

It's all about the person in my eyes. I like the movie Rounders, so why not a little quote for everyone: "...if you're too careful, you're whole life can become a fucking grind..."

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And, much like in the startup world: the protagonist goes through hell, nearly loses everything, and then pulls off an amazing feat of skill and luck, only to wind up essentially where he was at the beginning of the story.

but at least he's not bored out of his fucking skull the entire time

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