“Our worst misfortunes never happen and most miseries lie in anticipation”
— Honore de Balzac
Simplified Meaning:
Often, the problems we worry about the most never actually occur. We spend a lot of time and energy worrying about things that might go wrong, but usually, those fears are much worse than what really happens. For instance, consider a student fearing an important exam. They might lose sleep worrying they'll fail and imagine all sorts of terrible outcomes. However, after they take the exam, they often find it wasn't as bad as they imagined, and they pass after all. This shows that worrying too much beforehand can be more stressful than the actual event. It's better to focus on what you can do in the present and not let fear of the future take over your mind. By doing this, you'll feel more at ease and be able to handle challenges more effectively.
