Behavior, Attitude, & Approach

Behavior, Attitude, & Approach - Taking Risks

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a pack of cards is the devil's prayer book
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used to suggest that gambling can be addictive and can lead people to engage in other vices or immoral activities
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it is ill jesting / meddling with edged tools
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used to warn against making jokes or jests about serious or dangerous matters, implying that casual or lighthearted engagement with dangerous people or things can be risky or even harmful
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a ship in a harbor is safe, but that is not what a ship is for
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used to imply that it is not enough to simply stay safe and comfortable; in order to achieve our full potential, we must take risks and step outside of our comfort zones
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a wager is a fool's argument
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used to point out the potential negative outcomes or drawbacks of engaging in gambling or reckless behavior
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he who rides a tiger is afraid to dismount
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used to imply that someone engaged in a dangerous or risky endeavor may find it difficult to quit or change course, even if they want to, due to the potential consequences of doing so
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lose the horse or win the saddle
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used to warn that in a risky situation, one may have to choose between losing what they already have or taking a chance to gain something else
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nothing ventured, nothing gained
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used to imply that one must dare to take risks in order to achieve something or to be successful
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the cat would eat fish, but would not wet her feet
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used to imply that one desires something but lacks the willingness to put in effort or take risks to achieve it, suggesting a lack of ambition or laziness
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if you do not speculate, you cannot accumulate
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used to imply that in order to achieve success or acquire valuable things or experiences, one must be willing to take risks and try new things
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