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Having lofty financial aspirations is wonderful, but don't be naive about the potential setbacks. Money Crush emphasizes the importance of preparing for the worst in order to achieve your financial goals.
We've previously discussed optimism bias, and Money Crush offers a succinct perspective on it as well:
Everyone faces challenges, and expecting things to always go smoothly is both unrealistic and foolish.
Jackie Beck highlights that preparing for the worst actually increases the likelihood of achieving the best outcomes by averting disasters. By taking control of setbacks, you're less likely to let them disrupt your financial objectives.
What would you do if you suddenly lost your job? What if you came home to find your spouse had left you? What if you were in a car accident, requiring hospitalization, or even faced death? Take a moment to think about these scenarios... use this as a chance to envision your ideal backup plan and take action toward achieving it.
For more insights on the importance of having a backup plan, read Beck's full post.
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