When I was very young, I didn't always get what I wanted, unlike some other kids whose family members always fulfilled their promises. I didn't enjoy that luxury because my father died when I was young, and my mom was forced to take care of three boys, which wasn't easy for her. I developed a habit of not getting my hopes up about things that hadn't happened, and I always created a plan B. Although this mindset has helped me throughout my life, it has also caused me to miss out on many opportunities. One downside of such a mindset is that it gives you a reason to question everything.
I have enjoyed peace of mind throughout my life because I’ve never been disappointed by anybody. These are the result of the things that I have experienced. I don’t usually trust things that have not yet happened. I don’t put my trust in the unknown. I learned these because I don’t always get what I was promised as a kid. This has shaped my beliefs. These beliefs also help me when I’m trying to make a decision or create a plan. There is always a Plan B for my main plan, and when I’m trying to make a decision, I ask myself a simple question: "What if?"
what if is a blessing and a curse
Anytime you're trying to make a decision and you find yourself asking "what if," immediately create a scenario in your head regarding the decision. Think about the potential positive and negative outcomes. One benefit of this approach is that it helps you create a solid plan while also considering what could go wrong. Personally, I always prepare a backup plan for potential pitfalls. If I can't come up with a plan for what could go wrong, I won't proceed with the decision, no matter how attractive the opportunities may be. This approach has helped me avoid many financial disasters and also caused me to miss out on some opportunities.
I understand that the unknown can be very powerful, but it's not always wise to put all your faith in something with a 50-50 chance. From my perspective, I believe it's important to have a Plan B for every decision in life and not fully trust in things that have not yet happened. There are always risks in life, and if the risk is too great and I can't make a plan to reduce or offset it, I hesitate to proceed with that decision. These are the results of me not wanting to jeopardize my life. I know that I can't always have everything, but the mistake people often make is going all in with their plan without considering the risk and not having a Plan B if their Plan A doesn't work out.
Don't wait
Life is unpredictable, so it's important to always have a Plan B. We shouldn't put complete faith in uncertain outcomes. Taking risks can lead to rewards, but we should be cautious and prepared. Having a backup plan helps minimize the impact of potential risks.
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