“I assume everything I do in life is gonna be a failure, and then if it turns up roses, then I'm psyched”
— Jonah Hill
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When someone expects that everything they try might go wrong, they prepare themselves for disappointment. This way, if things do go badly, they're not caught off guard because they were already expecting it. But if things turn out great instead, they're pleasantly surprised and much happier about the good outcome. Think about a student who expects to fail a difficult test. They study hard, preparing for the worst. When they get their results and find they've passed with a high score, the joy and excitement they feel are even greater because they weren't expecting it. Applying this mindset can help people stay grounded and manage their hopes, so they can enjoy the positive moments even more when things go well.
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