Psychology
Why expecting disaster can calm anxious people
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Assuming everything will end in a massive disaster is actually a highly effective coping strategy. Defensive pessimism is a strategy used by anxious people who set incredibly low expectations for upcoming events. By mentally preparing for absolute catastrophe, they manage their anxiety and are pleasantly surprised when things only turn out moderately terrible.
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