Positive social risks are like when you try something new and it turns out really good, not just for you, but for everyone around you.
Imagine you're at a playground, and you see a swing that’s been broken for a while. No one uses it because they think it won’t work. But Chad Littlefield, the person who talked about positive social risks at TEDxPSU, is like someone who decides to try that broken swing anyway.
He gives it a push, and poof, it works! Now everyone else sees that the swing wasn't broken after all. They start using it too, and suddenly the playground feels more fun for everyone.
Positive social risks are like that broken swing: when someone takes a chance on something that might not work at first, but ends up making life better for lots of people, just like how the playground became more fun for everyone after Chad gave that swing a try. It's about being brave enough to take a small risk so others can enjoy the rewards too!
Examples
- A child starts a club at school because they're afraid of being alone.
- An adult takes a new job in another city to escape their comfort zone.
- A teenager joins a debate team even though they're shy.
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See also
- How Does Jordan Peterson - The Interpretation of Dreams Work?
- How do you define yourself? | Lizzie Velasquez | TEDxAustinWomen?
- How Does Learning for Fun Could Change Your Life Work?
- What Does Being Authentic Really Mean?
- How Can You Build a Life Without Talent?