The One Relationship Risk You Should Take

Let's discuss the risks you take in your love life. We'll begin with a little story.

Jill and her supervisor just ended a one-on-one evaluation. She is ranting in the break room to a buddy.

She received some feedback from her supervisor. He said that she wasn't "applying herself." She's frustrated, though, since she's unsure whether putting in more effort would be fruitful.

She says to her buddy, "I would work a lot harder if I knew it would guarantee a promotion or a raise."

Coworker Lance is pouring a cup of coffee nearby. He fully understands. "Yeah, and I'd ask you out if I knew you were going to say yes," he muses to himself.

Lance and Jill are both battling the same issue. Everybody struggles with uncertainty. No matter how courageous or brazen you are, making a commitment when there is no assurance of reward is difficult.

A word exists for it. Risk. And you'll lose out on a lot of life's rewards if you deal with risks like Jill and Lance did.

That holds true in relationships especially.

Of course, the stakes are a little bit different in a committed relationship. In a relationship, the temptation is more to say, "First, show me that you're really into me, and then I'll be more selfless, giving, and transparent."

To put it another way, we want to play it safe. Sadly, we frequently just hold ourselves back.

Don't misunderstand. It makes sense. Relationship risk-taking is genuinely terrifying. Why put yourself out there if there's a danger you can be let down or hurt, after all?

Here's why. Because everything worth having in life and in relationships involves risk.

Consider it this way. Life is a risk. There are no promises.

It's possible to invest in someone and have bad luck. But until you take a chance, you will never succeed.

When it comes to relationships, risk-taking can be one of the most daunting prospects.

Fear of rejection, disappointment, and heartbreak can make us want to retreat into our shells and avoid taking any chances.

But what if the one relationship risk you should take is actually the key to finding true love and happiness?

The truth is, everything worth having in life and in relationships involves some degree of risk.

Whether it's pursuing your dream career, starting a business, or opening your heart to someone new, there are no guarantees in life.

But without taking a chance, you'll never know what you're truly capable of achieving.

In relationships, the risk you should take is embracing vulnerability. It's the willingness to let your guard down and allow yourself to be seen, flaws and all. It's about being open and honest with your partner, even when it's uncomfortable or scary.

Embracing vulnerability can feel risky because it requires us to let go of control and put our trust in someone else. But it's also the key to building deep, meaningful connections with others. When we're willing to be vulnerable, we invite others to do the same, creating a space for authentic communication and intimacy.

The willingness to take this risk is a quality shared by many successful individuals, who understand that sometimes you have to go all out despite the lack of a guaranteed reward. This mindset eventually produces the types of rewards that others assume were the product of luck.

So, if you're ready to take a chance on love, start by embracing vulnerability.

Be willing to pay for what you want before getting a reward.

When you do, you'll find more of life's untapped rewards, including the deep and meaningful connection that comes from taking the one relationship risk that truly matters.

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