"سقطت الأمور في حضني نوعا ما. قالت لي والدتي: جرّبها وانظر ماذا تعتقد."

Sometimes, opportunities just present themselves unexpectedly, and we find ourselves in situations we never planned for. When the quote mentions something falling into someone's lap, it speaks to those moments when life surprises us with unexpected chances. It's like you're just going about your day, and suddenly, there's this opportunity staring you in the face. You didn't go looking for it, but there it is. The advice here is to give it a shot and see what happens.

Let's take a step back and think about why someone might have said this. Imagine you're chatting with a friend, and they tell you about a job they never planned on applying for. Perhaps they were content in their career, but then out of the blue, their mom suggests they try something new. It wasn't part of their grand plan, but they decided to give it a go. This advice might seem simple, but it’s pretty profound. Sometimes, the best things in life happen when we're not even trying.

Take, for instance, the story of Steve Jobs and the creation of Apple. Jobs didn't set out with a detailed plan to revolutionize technology. In fact, he was more of a college dropout with a knack for electronics. The opportunity to start Apple came when he and his friend Steve Wozniak tinkered with building computers for fun. It wasn’t a carefully crafted career move—it fell into their laps. Jobs’ mom might have very well said, “Why not give it a shot and see what happens?” And see what happened! Apple became one of the most influential companies in the world.

So, how can you apply this to your own life? Start by being open to new experiences. You never know what you might stumble upon. Got an unexpected job offer in a field you're not familiar with? Maybe there's a side project that seems intriguing but isn't quite your usual thing. Don’t dismiss it out of hand. Instead, dive in—explore it. You might discover a passion you never knew you had or a talent lying dormant.

Imagine you're at a party and someone tells you about a new hobby they've picked up—let's say, glassblowing. You've never thought about trying it, but they invite you to a class. Now, you could stick to your usual routine, or you could take a chance. Sure, it might seem intimidating at first. You might think, "What if I'm terrible at it?" But that's not the point. The point is to try. Who knows? Maybe you'll find a new love and a new skill.

I remember a time when I was asked to help out with a local theater production. I had zero experience and was more of a behind-the-scenes kind of person. But I thought, "Why not?" It turned out to be one of the most fun and rewarding experiences of my life. I met amazing people and developed skills I never knew I had.

So next time something falls into your lap, don’t brush it off. Give it a shot. Life's too short to stick only to the paths we know. Sometimes, the unplanned routes lead us to the best destinations.