John Paling: Paling Perspective Scale

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Why is this scale so valuable to the public?

This little tool totally changes the way the public can be involved in discussions about risks because it puts power back in the hands of citizens.

Another benefit is that it lets people see for themselves what really are the biggest risks in our communities.

It turns out that most of the risks that harm individuals and shatter families are not those that typically raise intense public concern or get headline treatment in the media. The big risks often come from the sad list of ongoing, societal problems that are so familiar that we are in danger of ignoring them and feeling we can do nothing about them. A few are shown on the scale above.

Remember: The nearer the point is to +6, the more likely the risk is to happen.

You may be focusing on another prime concern right now, but later on, if you want to really help protect your community, you may want to consider spending appropriate time to help on some of the major societal issues too.

Common sense suggests that we should focus most of our resources on the biggest risks first. And none of us can be sure when we might need the support of friends and society. Building resiliency is the most important strategy to balance with seeking your goals.

John Paling & Co., Inc.
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Gainesville, FL 32653
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