Talk about the benefits of pessimism

1. Limited expectations

This may seem like a downside, but in fact, if a pessimist sets his expectations very low, he will be more optimistic than others. Pleasantly surprised. This can be an effective defense mechanism to cope with previous disappointments and mitigate the chance of serious injury.

2. Preventive Care

If you always prepare for the worst, you are likely to believe that every lump is a terminal illness. Pessimists tend to take good care of themselves and respond quickly to any potential health problems. This makes them more likely to manage any disease effectively.

3. Resist stress

Pessimistic people are less likely than most of us to believe fake news or take bad advice. They use negative perspectives as a cognitive tool to analyze and respond to new situations. Therefore, they have more courage than most people to stand up for their beliefs. This makes pessimists less likely than others to believe propaganda.