This is exactly like someone playing Russian roulette and finding it a good idea because he survived and pocketed the money.
ALL CAREERS HAVE RISK
If we think about it too long, we will wonder how we are ever alive. Thousands, maybe hundreds of thousands, maybe millions of people had to survive so our sperm could unite with our egg to form us.Whew. It's overwhelming.//
In a similar manner, many things have to happen to fulfill a childhood dream of becoming a lawyer. Pick any other profession as an example. Ponder it while you pace around the house. Think of the things that could go wrong. Think of the things that must go right, but have a small chance of going right.//
No matter which path you choose, there is an element of risk. You can make too little money; there is physical danger; you can work too many hours; the environment can change.//
The only thing to do is put on your boots and start walking. Most of the time things turn out good enough. They seldom turn out the way they were planned.//
You can improve your odds, save the lecture until after you are successful, and you can make up good reasons why you were successful.
Bottom line: WE WERE LUCKY
