When I hear someone say "I hope that doesn't happen" I immediately think there is an exit strategy. 

 

It's way another way of saying "I'm choosing not to deal with that situation at this time. Maybe it will just go away."

 

I talked about this idea of doubt and fear being paralyzing yesterday. Hope is an avoidance strategy giving oxygen to doubt and fear. 

 

Whenever I catch myself saying "I hope..." I ask myself:

 

What can I do about it right now? 

 

You see challenging situations just don't go away with avoidance.  They collect interest at your expense.

 

Taking action for the outcome you want is a strategy, hope is not. 

 

Even if you take action and fail you have gained a learning opportunity to grow and improve. 

 

Hope gives you nothing. 

 

 

Get after it!

 

Your Coach,

 

Patrick