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> I would hazard to say it is only in relative recent history (and in capitalism) that new and adventurous = prosperity. For much of history, leaving behind wha
by ardy42 6y ago
> I would hazard to say it is only in relative recent history (and in capitalism) that new and adventurous = prosperity. For much of history, leaving behind what you know was no guarantee of success (and maybe great risk of material poverty).
That hasn't really changed. Taking risk is no guarantee of success. Sure, some risk takers win big, but some people win the lottery, too.
- supernova87a 6y agoOh I would say it has changed a lot throughout history. For quite a long time, setting out on your own from your family, profession, town, etc. was a great risk, and there was nowhere near the social/economic mobility that we have today.