Some people ski(滑雪)down mountains. Others climb huge rocks or take photos of dangerous animals. Why do people enjoy risky(冒险的)activities like these?
Some people take risks simply because it makes them feel good. An expert Bob says that these explorers(探险家)are always looking for change and excitement. When people do something new or risky, something special in the brain creates a happy feeling. They love this feeling and want to experience it as often as possible.
Some people don't take risks for the feeling of excitement but to achieve something. For example, Mike Fay went on a dangerous 2, 000-mile special journey in central Africa. He worked to help save the animals there. Fay's efforts helped create 13 national parks.
For other people, such as extreme athletes(极限运动员), taking risks is part of their job. Sports psychologist Shane says extreme athletes see the world differently. In a dangerous activity, most people probably do not feel in control . Extreme athletes are different: they feel in control in dangerous situations. The danger can even help them. For example, famous skier Daron Rahlves says that being afraid makes him try harder to succeed and all the risk- takers like to challenge themselves.
Most of us are not extreme athletes or explorers, but we still take risks in our lives for all kinds of reasons. And what kind of risk-taker are you?
