Tana FrenchI don't do that kind of negativity. If you put your energy into thinking about how much the fall would hurt, you're already halfway down.
About This Quote
If you put your energy into thinking about how much the fall would hurt, you're already halfway down. In this quote from his book, "The Obstacle Is The Way," Ryan Holiday warns us to think about the worst possible outcome first before we actually do something. If we imagine the worst possible scenario first, we're more likely to avoid making the mistakes that could lead to that scenario. In other words, if you think about what would happen if you did something before you do it, you'll stay on track and avoid doing anything foolish or damaging to yourself or others.
Source: Broken Harbour
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