What If It Does Work Out? Rewriting the Stories We Tell Ourselves

What if that thing you’ve been stressing about doesn’t end in disaster... but actually works out better than you ever imagined? In this solo episode of She Has The Audacity, I share why optimism isn’t just wishful thinking—it’s a powerful tool to shift how we experience our lives. Inspired by a running joke with my sister about being “too optimistic,” I dive deep into how training your brain to anticipate positive outcomes can reshape your mindset, emotional regulation, and even your actions. Rooted in science and lived experience, this episode will give you practical tools to move beyond your brain’s natural negativity bias and start living with more creativity, curiosity, and courage. Because when we choose to believe in possibility, we start to see options we didn’t know were there. Here’s what you’ll take away from this conversation: ✨ Why your brain is wired to expect the worst Learn how our evolutionary “negativity bias” keeps us scanning for danger—and how to shift that wiring. ✨ The power of visualizing positive outcomes How one minute a day of visualization can train your brain to expect, notice, and create more good in your life. ✨ The truth about being “realistic” Is it realistic to expect the worst... or just as realistic to believe in the best? Let’s reframe what’s possible. ✨ Simple steps to interrupt the negative thought loop Get my go-to practice for shifting your internal narrative and starting your day from a more empowered place. ✨ Why creativity and optimism go hand-in-hand Discover how opening your mind to what could go right makes space for creative problem-solving and emotional freedom. This episode is a reminder that just because your brain is wired for worry doesn’t mean you have to live there. When you choose to focus on what might go right, you start living with intention—and a whole lot more joy. 🎧 Listen Now! Let’s Connect: 📱 Instagram: @chanarosspt 🌍 Website: chanaross.com If this episode made you think differently or inspired you to try something new, share it with a friend and leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your voice helps us reach more listeners who need it. ✨ WORK WITH CHANA ROSS! ✨ Are you an ambitious woman who is a leader at work, at home or in the community and you are looking for support with overcoming perfectionism, determining your next right step, overcoming self-doubt and learning to advocate for yourself and fall in love with the next version of you? Chana can help you anywhere in the world through coaching. Visit chanaross.com to learn more.   Download Chana’s FREE Time Audit Guide to start creating more time and freedom in your life today! – chanaross.com/timeaudit