Playing for the win
How many times have you started a task without being convinced it would reach the desired outcome?
How many of those times, the results were surprisingly positive? Let me guess…almost zero?
The auto fulfilled prophecy of failure is something very much tangible. You can see it in world championships, in stereotypes of all kinds, and you can see it in your very own life.
Gratefully, there is also the auto fulfilled prophecy of success. It means believing before hand that the outcome might be positive.
Of course, just remain grounded. Given the present conditions (of skills, resources, goals, etc.) it pays to be positive, if there is any room for it. Remember, delusion is not a bug, it is failure to see reality.
Alex Longo
That’s why we need to continue to make sure children realize losses and wins. No more participation trophies please. If your not first your last. Ricky Bobby!