“Explore life from a position of power.
When you believe, “Even if I stay single, I’ll still have a great life” … then you are in a much better position to enter a relationship.
When you believe, “Even if I don’t get into this school, I’ll still have a great life” … then you are in a much better position to apply.
When you believe, “Even if I don’t succeed with this business, I’ll still have a great life” … then you are in a much better position to give it a try.
Sure, you may want the relationship to work or the business to be a success—and you should give it your best effort—but also realize that if it doesn’t work out, you’ll be fine. There are many ways to live a great life.”