Nicole — Risky Job [repack]

Nicole has what society politely calls a “risky job.”

But Nicole will tell you the real risk isn’t the adrenaline. It’s the of a normal life. nicole risky job

So here’s to Nicole. And here’s to the rest of us learning a little bit from her: Look at the risk you’re taking by staying comfortable. Maybe the safest path is the most dangerous one of all. Nicole has what society politely calls a “risky job

But what does that actually mean? Depending on the week, Nicole is either a parachuting into remote canyons, a maritime crab fisherman in the Bering Sea, or a conflict zone journalist . (For the sake of this post, let’s assume she wears all three hats—because people like Nicole often do.) The Real Risks (It’s Not What You Think) We usually assume the risk in Nicole’s job is purely physical: falling debris, explosive fires, hypothermia, or gunfire. And yes, those dangers are very real. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the fatality rate for loggers, fishers, and pilots is nearly 20 times higher than the average office job. And here’s to the rest of us learning