50)Some people like to do only what they already do well. Other people prefer to try new things and take risks. Which do you prefer? Use specific reasons and examples to support your choice.

Different people have different personalities in that there are those that seek new challenges and those who prefer security. Some people enjoy trying new things and taking risks while other people are more comfortable with sticking to what they know for the sake of feeling secure. Personally, I prefer trying new things and taking risks because by doing so, I am able to make beneficial changes in my life, and something new usually makes life more interesting.

First of all, trying new things enables me to make beneficial changes in my life. If we look around at our world, we can readily see developments and innovations that sprang from someone’s desire to try something new. If we did not have the drive to try new things, we would live as if we are stuck in time. Take transportation for example. If people had been content with walking or riding horses, they would have never developed the various modes of convenient transportation such as subways, cars, and airplanes. By having the desire and willingness to try something new in spite of the risks involved, people have been able to make improvements in the way that they live, work and play.

Moreover, I like to try new things and take risks because it makes life more interesting. I cannot imagine living life without taking risks and trying new things. My grandfather is the opposite and has done very few risky or new activities during his life. For that reason, he does not really have any interesting stories to tell about his experiences. His life has been very dull and routine. Though I am much younger than he is, I have taken more risks in the form of traveling, sports and dangerous activities, like scuba diving. I have also tried many kinds of foods and gotten to know a variety of people from all over the world. Therefore, I believe that my life is much more interesting than my grandfather’s.

In conclusion, while there are some merits involved in not trying new things or taking risks, such as comfort and security, I prefer to try new and risky things instead of just sticking to what I already know. By doing so, I am able to make my life more interesting as well as make improvements in my life. I recommend that everyone take risks and try new things for the benefits that I described above.


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