Should people be taking risks in their personal and professional lives, or should they stay in their comfort zone? In this essay, we will discuss both sides of the coin. First, we will discuss the disadvantages of taking chances and the turmoil it causes in one's life. For ,example high levels of stress and sleepless nights. Later, we shed some light on the positive side of taking a risk, which includes enhanced confidence, increased chances of recognition in the workspace and more success.