Nicely stated responses ... kudos to all:)

The presence of fear in our choice equation swas noted throughout, because this is probably the core ingredient that makes moving into unknown territory so difficult for many of us.   To see the power of fear of the unknown, one impacting example is the tendency for many abused women who stay with their abusers, rather than risk moving into unknown territory by leaving them, even when to do so compromises their safety.

I particularly like Mike Henry's lead observation that "The cost of any choice is what you give up."  While we cannot always know (especially when making a decision) what the costs of doing or not doing might be, we need to continually remind ourselves that the cost is there, whether we consider it or not.

A final comment that notes a drawback to moving into unknown territory or at least a point for concern:  Back in the day, a favorite poster contained the message to "Bloom Where You Are Planted".  It connects to this theme in my mind because even unknown territory becomes familiar territory over time.  We would do well to remind ourselves to make the most of what we have, rather than continually seek the new and unknown.   Just a thought:) ...

John