"Si crees que funcionará verás oportunidades si crees que no verás obstáculos"

Believing that something will work out makes you more likely to notice opportunities, while expecting failure primes you to spot nothing but obstacles. It’s all about your mindset. When you think positively, it's like having a filter that highlights possibilities and solutions. Conversely, a negative mindset acts like a dark cloud, obscuring the way forward with doubts and problems.

Let’s look at a real-world example. Back in the 1970s, Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak started Apple in a garage. They didn't have much—just a few bucks and a vision. They believed in their idea so fiercely that they saw opportunities everywhere. Need money? They sold their most valuable possessions. Need parts? They convinced suppliers to give them credit. Their belief in success made them resourceful and adaptive, turning their fledgling startup into one of the most influential companies in the world.

Now, think about if they had approached this differently. What if Jobs and Wozniak had thought their dream was too far-fetched? They might have balked at the first sign of trouble. "We can't afford this," or "No one's going to buy a personal computer." Focusing on the obstacles would have paralyzed them, and we’d probably never know about Apple today.

So how do we apply this wisdom in our daily lives? Start by recognizing your thoughts. Are you more focused on what could go wrong, or on what you can achieve? Try to catch yourself when you’re slipping into negative thinking. Flip the script—ask yourself, “What’s the opportunity here?” Make it a habit to reframe challenges as potential stepping stones rather than roadblocks.

Imagine you’re considering applying for a new job. You might think, “I’ll never get it, so why bother?” But what if you believed you’re a strong candidate? You’d prepare better, perhaps even network with current employees to get insider tips. You’d see opportunities to showcase your skills in the interview. The belief that you can get the job changes your whole approach.

Picture this: Sarah, a young woman wanting to start her own bakery. She’s passionate about baking but worried about the competition and the risk of failure. If she focuses on these fears, she’ll be constantly second-guessing herself—never feeling ready to take the plunge. But if she believes in her vision, she’ll start small, maybe with a stall at the local farmers market. She’ll use social media to her advantage, connecting with potential customers and other small business owners.

In just a few months, Sarah might see her customer base grow. She might even get an offer to supply a local café. By focusing on what could go right, she opens doors she didn’t even know were there.

In the end, it's about shifting your perspective. It’s a practice, not perfection. You’re not going to flip a switch and suddenly be an eternal optimist. But by being mindful of your thoughts and consciously choosing to see opportunities rather than obstacles, you’ll pave the way for more success and less stress. Life’s a lot more enjoyable when you’re looking for what can go right. So go on, believe in yourself and your dreams—see the opportunities waiting for you.