How I Work Quick Win: The simple question that stops catastrophising and opens real possibility
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Nov 30, 2025 
In this conversation, Lael Stone, an educator and author of 'Own Your Story', discusses the pivotal question that can shift our mindset from fear to possibility. She explains why our brains naturally focus on danger and introduces a transformative reframe: instead of asking 'How bad could it be?', try 'How good could it get?'. Lael also dives into how family narratives influence our definition of success and the guilt that can lead to self-sabotage, providing a practical exercise to help break free from limiting beliefs.
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Flip The Question To Open Possibility
- Ask "How good could it get?" instead of rehearsing worst-case scenarios to open up possibilities.
- Combine this with smart troubleshooting so you stay creative and practical at the same time.
Protection Bias Narrows Possibility
- Our brains default to protection, so we instinctively scan for problems when facing new risks.
- Reframing the question shifts focus from safety-only thinking to creative potential.
Family Imprints Shape Success Stories
- Family imprints shape how we define success and our drive to prove worth.
- External recognition often fails to fill internal needs for belonging and self-worth.
