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. . . demonstrating even more
courage, which gives us
the possibilities for . . .

. . . further enhancing
our safety and security
so that we can continue . . .
Figure 11.2 Virtuous circle

In Figure 11.2, you see that, in a virtuous circle, both
risk taking and building in security can work well together.
More importantly, this kind of approach generates syner-
gies. There is a creative tension on the rope that holds both
sides together. While illustrated as a circle, this process
actually works as a spiral: by building in safety nets, it is
easier to be more courageous, and, with this courage, you
can take the necessary risks to try new ideas and improve
safety even further.
In the vicious circle (Figure 11.3), the values are dia-
metrically opposed. The cord that represents the tension
between them is broken, all reservation and moderation