Nate Silver Makes a Compelling Case for Taking More Risks in 'On the Edge'
Briefly

Silver compellingly theorizes that humans are in general too risk averse, and that those who can discerningly fight that impulse often benefit greatly in life.
'On the Edge: The Art of Risking Everything' explores timely topics from artificial intelligence to political theory while focusing on the habits of successful risk-takers.
Silver argues that poker players, astronauts, and hedge fund managers share more than people assume, including a physiological response to risk.
The biggest risk is not taking any risk,' a sentiment explored by Silver, emphasizes the rewards of thoughtful risk-taking over mere recklessness.
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