Prepare for the Bad Times

Preparing for bad times often throws people off. Isn’t that just being pessimistic? Exploring and preparing for possible negative events helps you spot opportunities to head them off. It starts with a different mindset. Accept that change is inevitable. Look at the situation realistically and understand that you get to choose how you react and think about it. People who look for positive aspects or opportunities—or, at least, who don’t always focus on the negative—tend to have greater resilience.