Things are only as terrible or as wonderful as you imagine them to be. Always prepare for worst, but hope for the best
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Prepare for the worst; hope for the best.
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Underestimating the possibility of disasters occurring. People incorrectly assume things will be as they have always been.
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The old adage is solid wisdom:
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