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Dive In or Miss Out:
The Catchy Wisdom of 'You Never Know Until You Try!
Rosanne Santos
November 15, 2023
What If ??
Ever hear that whisper in your mind nudging you with a, "Why not give it a shot?" Turns out, that nudge might be onto something. Life's funny that way—it's the leaps into the unknown that often linger in our minds, more than the safe bets.
Think about it: regrets seem to have a fondness for the road not taken. That job you didn't apply for, the dance floor you hesitated to conquer, or that exotic dish you wrinkled your nose at – they all have a story to tell. "You never know until you try," they say. It's like a seasoned guide urging us to be players, not spectators.
The beauty of this mantra is its universal application. Whether it's sailing uncharted waters or savoring unfamiliar spices, the only way to truly know is to dive in. We've all stumbled upon hidden gems by daring to like what we thought we wouldn't. Remember that "boring" book that turned you into a Victorian literature enthusiast? Or how about deciding sailing wasn't your thing until a boat brought love into the equation?
Sure, sometimes tofu just doesn't cut it. But even in that disappointment, there's a nugget of self-discovery. Maybe you'll never be a avocado fan, but what if a different recipe sparks a culinary love affair? It's all part of the journey – a journey only embarked upon by those who dare to try.
Life's too short for a collection of "what ifs." As the saying goes, we're more likely to regret what we didn't do than what we did. Want to test your adventurous spirit? Make a list of those "shoulda-coulda-woulda" moments. You might spot some patterns, like those times you kept quiet when you should've spoken up or dismissed activities without giving them a fair shot.
Being aware of missed opportunities can be a game-changer. So, why not seize the moment? There's only one way to find out. ~RS
"I boldly embrace life's mysteries, knowing that the magic happens outside my comfort zone. With each step into the unknown, I discover new strengths and endless possibilities. Today, I affirm: I'll never know unless I try, and trying opens the door to a world of growth and untold wonders."
Good Afternoon. It's Wednesday, Nov. 15, and we're covering a bipartisan spending bill advancing through the House, a disrupted vital California highway, and much more.
House Passes Spending BillHouse lawmakers, on a vote of 336 to 95, passed a two-part stopgap spending bill yesterday that would extend government funding into 2024. The passage comes ahead of a Friday deadline when current funding for federal agencies is due to expire. The measure now heads to the Senate, which is expected to send it to President Joe Biden's desk by the end of the week. Indian Workers TrappedRescue efforts continue in India as 40 workers remain trapped in an under-construction tunnel that partially collapsed four days ago in the mountainous Uttarakhand state. The cause of the collapse is under investigation. The workers are reportedly safe and receiving oxygen and water via a pipe. Los Angeles Highway FireCalifornia Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) announced yesterday that damage from a fire beneath Interstate 10 in downtown Los Angeles Saturday would close a 2-mile section of the highway for three to five weeks during repairs. Fire investigators said Monday the blaze was likely the result of arson, though no suspects have been identified.  Def the economy and not my $9 morning latte | Sports, Entertainment, & CultureMan arrested on suspicion of manslaughter in death of former NHL player Adam Johnson, who died last month after being cut in the neck by a skate during a game in England (More) > Two more people come forward with claims of misconduct against comedian Russell Brand during his time as a BBC radio host; Brand was previously accused by four women of sexual assault (More) > US women's national soccer team signs Chelsea FC manager Emma Hayes from Britain to be its next head coach, making her the highest-paid women's soccer coach in the world (More) Science & Technology> Fifth National Climate Assessment released by federal scientific advisory group; study shows the US has experienced a record 25 billion-dollar extreme weather events so far this year, up from three in 1980 (adjusted for inflation) (More) > Caribbean island of Dominica establishes the world's first marine reserve for endangered sperm whales, banning commercial fishing and large ships across 300 square miles (More)
Business & Markets> US stock markets close higher (S&P 500 +1.9%, Dow +1.4%, Nasdaq +2.4%); S&P 500 notches best day since April (More) | The consumer price index rose 3.2% year-over-year in October, the lowest annual rate since March 2021 (More) Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. chairperson responds to lawmaker questions over alleged systemic sexual harassment at FDIC (More) Politics & World Affairs> At least 40 patients have died at Gaza's al-Shifa hospital according to the Hamas-run Health Ministry, as Israel Defense Forces enter facility amid fighting with Hamas (More) > Mass shooting suspect accused of killing 10 people at a Boulder, Colorado, supermarket deemed competent to stand trial; suspect pleads not guilty by reason of insanity (More) > Six people killed, 18 others injured after tractor-trailer crashes into a charter bus carrying high school students on Ohio's Interstate 70 (More) |
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