# Risks in Plain Sight

In a world that often dresses up dangers in complexity, "risks.md" invites us to a quieter truth: name what scares you, write it down simply, and watch it lose some power. Like a Markdown file—raw text with just enough structure—life's uncertainties become manageable when laid bare.

## The Clarity of Naming

We dodge risks by ignoring them, letting shadows grow. But listing them plainly, as in a .md note, brings light. A job change? Write: lost income, new unknowns. A deep conversation? Note: rejection, vulnerability. This act shrinks the abstract into steps, turning dread into decisions. No need for fancy tools—just honest words on a page.

## Weighing Without Fear

Once visible, risks reveal patterns:
- Some fade with time or preparation.
- Others demand a deliberate yes or no.
- A few call for leaps, trusting the net of experience.

This weighing isn't paralysis; it's quiet strength. In 2026, amid shifting sands of change, I've found peace in such lists—not to avoid risk, but to greet it awake.

## The Step Beyond the List

Philosophy here is simple: risks aren't enemies to conquer, but companions on the path. Document them, respect them, then walk anyway. The richest stories emerge not from safety, but from these measured ventures.

*On January 3, 2026, I add one more line to my file—and press on.*