But adventure is really just the experience of stepping into something uncertain'doing something for which you don't already know the outcome. And that can happen almost anywhere. Maybe you can sign up for a new class, introduce yourself to a stranger, or simply say yes to an opportunity that scares you. What these experiences have in common is not danger. It's unpredictability. Adventure runs against the logic of modern life. We spend much of our time trying to reduce uncertainty'to make things more predictable, efficient, and manageable. Adventure asks us to do the opposite. It tests our willingness to leave the familiar behind. My colleague Isabel Fattal recently asked readers to share a photo of something that sparks their sense of awe in the world. 'The stunning beauty of Red Rock Canyon, just a 15-minute drive or so from my home. It takes my breath away each and every time I see it'whether from my car or when I wake my laptop!' Michele R., from Las Vegas, Nevada, writes.
learn more
