Such is life – Unpredictable and full of surprises. Still we believe in planning. How do we plan for something that we don’t know will come up or happen? How can we plan for something that is never in our forecast.?
As much as it seen impossible we are also well aware that some level of planning is essential for our life and definitely helps tacking its unexpected twists and turns in a way or other.
As an example, would the education board have known in advance that technology will be the key in todays era? But a 90’s kid had some basic computer education included in curriculum with a view of teaching kids some bit of technology. But that this line of basics was helpful in some way or the other as we grew up.
So how do we decide what all to plan for and when.?
If this is a question you have, probably reading this further and spending a few minutes of your time will be worthwhile.
When it comes to planning we all have heard and somewhere implemented planning for finances, exams, projects etc. Which with due respect are one of the key aspects to be planned for. But what we have never thought of planning in advance for is – Emotional planning.
What is emotional planning?
Emotional planning, according to me is planning for adversities and/or happiness that may arise out of internal or external circumstances. It is a mechanism of planning and training our mind to deal with situations in a certain way.
What we as humans usually do is try to swim once we enter water. What I suggest through emotional planning is to know how to swim, what are the movements and steps, what are the types of swimming etc. , even before you enter water. Now questions such as oh but how would you know the depth of water? How do you know how far do we have to swim? Are all valid questions. But emotional planning will ensure you do not drawn learning the steps of swimming once water hits you. You are at least 10% more prepared versus what you would have been otherwise. And the risks associated with depth of water, length of swimming will always be there.
And like I say, planning doesn’t necessarily avoid the risk but provides you with a better coping mechanism.
Continue reading – Invest in Emotional Planning – Chapter 2
