Monkeys, Apes, and Yoga

Jim told the following at yoga class tonight. He said that the difference between how monkeys and apes swing through the trees has to do with when they let go. Monkeys will not let go with the first hand until they have a hold of a branch with the second hand. Apes, however, will let go with the first hand and fly free through the air 10 or 15 feet before grabbing another branch. What relationships, jobs, or possessions are you holding onto that you won't let go of until you have a replacement in hand? What if you were to let go and fly free?