That quote is me. My name is Ali and I am 27 years old. I have done some exciting and unique things over the course of my life, but when it comes to committing to a task, goal, or even a relationship I have always settled for mediocrity due to a paralyzing fear of failure. What is it about living an “average” life that gives us a sense of comfort and stability? It must be that when we play it safe we protect ourselves from being exposed and vulnerable. Living a life of medioc