When we expect the worst, we might be trying to protect ourselves from disappointment.

While we may have many good reasons to be pessimistic, we don't have to resign ourselves to it forever.

Intentionally present extremely positive predictions to counteract your extremely negative predictions. It will help you to find a middle road and put things in perspective.

When you recognize negative thoughts, argue with yourself as if it were an external person who is trying to make you miserable.