Hi Liz - A wonderful & well articulated thought. i have been inspired by a CEO Bill McDermott (SAP - my past employer) whom I personally respect immensely who wrote / advise; Don't Confuse Options with Opportunity. Here is the web link. I encourage you to read through this small impactful post.

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/dont-confuse-options-opportunity-bill-mcdermott?trk=mp-reader-card

This shall provide a new perspective.

Neelabh
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