Starbucks has decided that the reward of convenience is worth the risk of a few losses. How often in life do we let the fear of risk keep us from the reward we truly want?

In January 2017, I climbed Mount Batur, a volcano in Bali. That climb was a pivotal moment on my journey as I learned that sometimes you struggle in life, but the reward is great for those willing to put in the work. Almost a year later, I chose to end my 2017 the same way it started – climbing Mt. Batur.