Throughout my life I learned early on that if I could plan for the ‘worst-case scenario’ then I would be fully prepared for anything. If something better happened, I would be delighted, but if the worst case actually occurred, well then I would have a plan of action. Or in the least, I wouldn’t be disappointed.
It worked for a while (and by ‘worked’ I mean life went on and I didn’t question my thoughts too much).
Looking back now, I realize by planning for the worst case scenario, I actually created it.
I’ll give you an example.
Several years ago I was planning a big move for love (I’m such a romantic and lucky for me it worked out because we are now happily married). Being the planner that I was, I didn’t want to move to a new place without a job lined up especially since I was moving 300+ miles away from home and I had no idea what the employment situation was like.
For months I searched from afar and got little to no feedback. I was discouraged and distraught until I finally decided to move anyway. I decided that if I couldn’t find a job right away, my worst-case scenario was that I would simply get a job at Starbucks.
I repeated those same words over and over again to my friends and family members.
“Oh it’s fine. Worst-case scenario I’ll just get a job at Starbucks.”
(You know where this is going right?)
While it wasn’t an absolutely terrible worst case situation, I manifested it exactly.
After a month or so of applying with no luck, I got a job at Starbucks.
Depending on how you look at it you can view this as an incredible manifestation. I fully believed that if all else failed, I would just work at Starbucks…which I did for 6 months.
What’s my point?
Planning for worst-case scenarios have the power to actually create the situation you ‘planned’ for. But do you really want to create a ‘worst case’?
I have learned from that very clear example of my manifestation abilities and no longer plan for those types of situations.
At this stage in my life and business, it means having no Plan B.
There is no ‘worst case scenario’ or alternate plan if my business doesn’t work. It’s not even a thought in my mind because I know that by planning for it, I am giving my very specific and creative power to something I don’t want.
My plan is to succeed and have my business continue to flourish and thrive. That’s my plan…all of it.
So, the thoughts of getting a ‘real job’ are no more because that isn’t an option. The ONLY option is my business and you know why? It’s because it is what I am meant to do.
Sure it’s risky. It’s scary at times. It’s a bit outside the box. Hell, it’s unpredictable more often than not and I am still learning a ton about myself and my business as I go.
BUT
It’s also freeing, fantastic, and the best thing I have ever done…aside from moving for love. Every day I wake up with a purpose. I love my work. I love my clients. And I love the freedom that this journey provides for me.
Yep, this is my purpose and my heart-centered gift to share with the world and despite what seemingly difficult roadblocks I encounter, succeeding in my business is the only option. No more Plan B or worst-case scenarios for this girl.
Nope, I’m putting my all into my business and by doing that there is no way I can fail.
Your Actionable Item: Today I want you to take a look back over your life to see where you might have planned for the ‘worst-case’. Did it happen? Are you planning for one now? Is it something you want to create? If not, what DO you want to create?
Do you have a Plan B for if your dreams don’t come true? I want to know your thoughts so share them in the comments below.
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