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Old 10-01-2023, 15:10   #1
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The safer you feel, the less safely you might behave - but ...

Hi all,

A short article that deserves a reading:


https://theconversation.com/the-safe...endency-190527

Take care. Have fun.


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Old 10-01-2023, 17:09   #2
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Re: The safer you feel, the less safely you might behave - but ...

...clip in & wear a life jacket.
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Each to their own.. everyone makes a risk assessment then makes their choices..
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Re: The safer you feel, the less safely you might behave - but ...

This is why I always say "Safety is Danger." Good sense and prudence are better than any amount of gear.
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Old 13-01-2023, 09:47   #5
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Re: The safer you feel, the less safely you might behave - but ...

"Cause when life looks like Easy Street
There is danger at your door"

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