It occurred to me recently that I had subconsciously been using a process for solving problems.
What if… What then… What now…
What if - I had a flat on the highway?
What then - I would have to unload a trunk full of junk to find my spare, tools and jack.
What now – I should clean out my trunk to make easier access to the item I would need in an emergency to better prepare myself for that event.
Now it’s your turn.
What if – someone broke into your home or business?
What then - How would that make you feel? Hopefully no one was there during the intrusion, but what if someone was attacked or injured. What would they take – what could you lose that you could not replace? Would you ever feel safe there again? Would you wonder who did this?
What now – What action will you take? Will you take steps to protect yourself or invest in the false belief that it will never happen to me?
There are only two scenarios in which people protect themselves:
- As a precaution before something happens.
- In reaction to an event that has already occurred.