Why It’s Unnecessary to Prepare The Mind for The Worst
It has been said that we should hope for the best and prepare for the worst. But is this advice really useful? Anyone who has been alive on this planet for an appreciable amount of time knows that things don’t always turn out as planned. And perhaps it’s prudent to have a backup plan in certain scenarios where not having one could result in a true catastrophe or injury of some sort. But constantly considering all that might go wrong in a given situation just to prevent a let down or disappointment is counter-productive. It’s unnecessary to prepare for the worst mentally.
Despite my own share of synchronicity in life, I don’t necessarily believe in manifestation as some sort of magical occurrence so much as a mindset that is more likely to result in positive action towards creating the results I want. I’m not content to sit back, imagine what I want, and wait for things to happen for me. Because it has also been said that fortune favors the bold, and on some level synchronicity happens more frequently from taking action more often.
And since I believe in taking action, I also believe in taking steps towards making the best happen, not just hoping for it to happen. And I certainly don’t see any point in preparing for the worst. Especially mentally. Again, it’s always good to have a spare tire in the trunk, but why waste energy thinking about popping a flat while flying down the highway? We’ll react accordingly if that happens whether we’ve thought about it or not. The intelligence of the body and nervous system act more quickly than the mind in an emergency anyhow. And not thinking about it saves pointless stress. Negative thoughts also come across in our body language and the way we present ourselves. That can potentially sabotage our outcomes and efforts, especially when dealing with other humans who pick up on these things.
Positive and productive action happens seamlessly when approached from a positive and confident mindset. Imagining all that could go wrong is self-defeating and creates doubt. Doubt drains energy. Thoughts about great results build energy and excitement. Worry destroys a productive mindset and the focus necessary to accomplish great things. Excitement creates a mindset of accomplishment and success. Choose thoughts of victory. Crush thoughts of defeat. Or even better, see them for what they are, acknowledge they aren’t real, and let them fade away. Realize that mindset is a choice, and place emphasis on the right thoughts. There is no excuse to wallow in anything negative.
And let’s just say thoughts really do manifest magically. Having any thoughts about the worst…is the worst way for a person to spend their mental energy. And what a ridiculous way to bring about poor results.
If the worst does ultimately happen, so be it. That’s life. Move on to the next thing and continue to only think about the best. That’s all for now.