207: Taking Risks for a Fulfilling Life w/ Alan Ying

207: Taking Risks for a Fulfilling Life w/ Alan Ying

Author: Aileen Xu November 6, 2022 Duration: 1:05:03
Taking risks is terrifying. Most of us actively avoid taking risks believing that doing nothing is a safer course of action. Well, it turns out that taking risks is the least risky thing you can do to live a fulfilling life. Things might not always turn out the way you hoped, but if you live aligned with your “why,” research suggest that you will benefit emotionally. Live your life to the fullest, follow your heart and always ask yourself “what would I regret the most?”

Alan Ying dropped out of the cardiothoracic surgery residency program at Duke University to start a software company when he was twenty-eight years old. Since selling that business, he’s enjoyed leading, investing in, and serving on the boards of start-ups to public companies. Alan grew up in Ohio and now lives in Texas. He researches risk and is co-author of The Risk Paradox: Life Lessons from 102 Amazing Risk Takers.

TIMESTAMPS:

  • 01:35 - Backstory
  • 10:23 - Building a business
  • 13:59 - Start with what you can control
  • 23:22 - Finding yourself
  • 31:16 - 6 types of risk takers
  • 44:10 - How to weigh risk
  • 50:00 - How to manage fear
  • 58:05 - Risk & age

FIND ALAN ONLINE:

MENTIONED:

The video version of this interview is available on YouTube: Episode 207

SUBSCRIBE TO THE LAVENDAIRE LIFESTYLE PODCAST

LAVENDAIRE


Aileen Xu hosts The Lavendaire Lifestyle, a space designed for those looking to weave more intention into the fabric of their daily lives. This podcast explores the interconnected nature of personal growth, where improving your physical fitness directly influences your mental clarity, and spiritual curiosity enriches your approach to education and self-improvement. Episodes delve into practical routines for health alongside deeper conversations about purpose and inner peace, drawing from a variety of philosophies and traditions without being anchored to any single path. You’ll hear honest reflections on building a life that feels both productive and meaningful, where caring for your mind and body is part of a holistic journey. The Lavendaire Lifestyle serves as a companion for redefining success on your own terms, offering thoughtful perspectives that encourage action beyond just passive listening. It’s for anyone who believes that a well-lived life incorporates care for every aspect of the self, fostering a sense of balance and authentic growth through its diverse topics.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

The Lavendaire Lifestyle
Podcast Episodes
210: Latha Jay on Mindset, Meditation & Manifesting [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:22
Our spiritual, emotional, and physical bodies are all connected. Learn to listen to your inherent wisdom, heal your inner child, and balance your chakras. Meditate, manifest and follow through with aligned action. You ar…
209: Mr. Cliff Tan on Feng Shui for a Harmonious Life [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:48
When life feels off, it gets reflected in your home. Energy, vibes, or chi impact your physical and emotional well-being. Feng Shui teaches us how to create the best flow of energy to live a harmonious life. TikTok archi…
208: Yasmine Cheyenne on Boundaries & Healing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:10
Setting boundaries is about listening to your needs and advocating for yourself. When you grow up learning that you can't say no or put yourself first, the idea of boundaries is petrifying. But you deserve healthy and ba…
206: Ellie Lee on Alchemizing Pain into Power [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:06:40
Everything is energy. As such, you can transform your fear and pain into power and love. All it takes is openness and commitment. Through shadow work, inner child healing, journaling, self-awareness, and leaning into fee…
205: Replacing Clutter with Connection w/ Tracy McCubbin [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:08
Why do we keep things we don’t want or use? Clutter takes up space we could be using to live intentionally. If something isn’t bringing joy but still feels impossible to get rid of, Tracy McCubbin is here to help. If you…
204: Chelsea Kauai on Trusting Yourself & Following Your Joy [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:43
Consciously or subconsciously, many of us live life for others, functioning in a state of anxiety, self-deprecation, and co-comparison. But life is too short to miss out on the freedom and joy of being your unique self.…
203: Sky Cowans on Growing From Judgment to Curiosity [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:33
We live in a world where judgment is a default setting. But if we were to collectively shift into curiosity instead, the world would be a better place! Everyone is unique, so why not open our hearts, celebrate those diff…
202: Maya Lee on Planning Ahead While Staying Present [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:06
What if I told you you don’t always have to feel overwhelmed? When it comes to managing stress, learning new habits, navigating change, and overcoming procrastination, there are some things within our control. Maya Lee t…
201: The Science Behind Manifestation w/ Jonna Rose [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:35
The brain is our control center, storing everything from our beliefs to our trauma. But did you know the brain is also a transmitter? Science tells us that we hold the power to heal our brains and change our reality thro…
200: Mental Health and Art Therapy w/ Amelia Hutchison [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:04
Trauma lives in the body. As such, a body-based healing modality like Art therapy is an incredible resource to heal deeper traumas. Art helps us reconnect with our intuition and subconscious. Amelia Hutchison empowers us…