Risk Aversion: Are We Avoiding Chaos or Just Pretending We're in Control?

I was working on a new dance routine recently, trying to blend augmented reality elements into the choreography. It got me thinking when I map out every step and overlay digital visuals, am I really minimizing risk, or just creating an illusion that I have everything under control? In life, do we shy away from uncertainty because we genuinely fear chaos, or because we want to believe we can manage it all? How do you balance taking chances with staying safe in your own pursuits?