We can’t have everything that we want all at once, though. We can’t know what to expect and also be surprised. We can’t be free from frustration and also be challenged. We can’t go unchallenged and also feel satisfied with our accomplishments. Mystery, surprise, tension, challenge, and a real sense of accomplishment always come at the cost of feeling uncomfortable. Given the opportunity, many of us would rather take the easier road, but that’s usually the less rewarding one.
