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Michael Phelps
New research shows that positive thinking, focusing only on the good outcomes, can be a recipe for disaster. More positive people think about the future, actually, the less well they do in reaching the positive future. Elderly individuals who dream of a full recovery after their hip surgery are the ones who can walk the fewest steps afterwards. Those who fantasize about starting a romantic relationship are more likely to remain alone. Carefully, imagine getting good grades, and you risk flunking the class.