“One of the best protections against disappointment is to have a lot going on.”

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When you have many activities, hobbies, or responsibilities in your life, you're less likely to feel really let down by any single thing not working out. Imagine you’re juggling several balls. If you drop one, you still have others to focus on, so it’s not as heartbreaking. For example, if you're waiting to hear back from a job interview but also attending dance classes, meeting friends, and working on a personal project, you're not just relying on that one job to make you happy. If the job doesn’t come through, you still have other things that bring you joy and keep you busy. This idea helps because it spreads out your sources of happiness, making disappointment in one area less powerful. So, filling your life with diverse activities and interests can help you stay resilient and positive, no matter what challenges come your way.