Cogito, ergo sum

There are somethings that each of us does best. And one of the few things that i do best is thinking. I think a lot, analyze, rationalize almost everything and end up doing a worst case analysis of any situation by bombarding myself with hypothetical 'What-If' questions. Some people may call it unnecessary thinking.

Thinking pessimistically has its own pluses. I guess, being a defensive pessimist makes much more sense than being an optimistic. Using the power of pessimistic approach, i feel i will be closer to personal goals and not be caught unaware when a difficulty comes my way. I would have already thought about it and would be prepared better. So, my kind of negative thinking only prepares me for the worst. Im not overconfident, well aware of my weaknesses and strenths and only drives me towards success.

Its like playing driving simulator within the playground of the head. I know how better i will negotiate the speedbreakers, sharp turns, dead ends as compared to the driver who is an optimist and only sees a clear smooth road ahead. An optimist will only land flat on his face when faced with adversity cause he never thought bad could come his way.

Friends have often told me to look at the brighter side of things and not to think too much and think negatively. But im happy to take my time do my thinking and check the ground im walking on for mines rather than being optimistic and not think about the ground having mines and ending up blowing myself.

Doesnt make sense to a lot of people. But Pessimistic approach is my survival strategy!! And my blood type is 'Very Negative'.

Cogito, ergo sum!! I think, therefore I am.