Nothing ventured, nothing gained.
No reward is available to those unwilling to accept risk.
What They Mean
The safe option returns exactly what it cost. Growth, winnings, and interesting stories all require an initial exposure.
Are They Right?
Structurally, yes. Ventures are the only known source of gains. The saying is silent, however, on the more common outcome of ventures.
What They Left Out
Something ventured, something lost, is the same arithmetic from the other side.
They Also Say
Read the ruling: Better Safe Than Sorry vs. Nothing Ventured, Nothing Gained