You’ve probably heard it before: “If you have a Plan B, you’re not committed to Plan A.”

Spoiler alert: that’s not confidence that’s delusion. In this episode, I’m flipping that mindset and showing you why having a backup plan is actually one of the most powerful things you can do for your goals.

Backups don’t mean giving up. They mean being strategic, resourceful, and unstoppable. We’ll dive into the neuroscience of decision making under pressure, how backup plans affect confidence and performance, and why clarity often comes after giving yourself more than one path forward.

What you’ll learn:


Why having a Plan B makes you more, not less likely to succeed at Plan A


How cognitive flexibility protects your mental health


The link between contingency planning and confidence

If you’ve ever feared that “hedging your bets” is weak this episode is your permission to be smart, not stubborn. Prepare to rewire how you chase your dreams.
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You’ve probably heard it before: “If you have a Plan B, you’re not committed to Plan A.” 
Spoiler alert: that’s not confidence that’s delusion. In this episode, I’m flipping that mindset and showing you why having a backup plan is actually one of the most powerful things you can do for your goals.
Backups don’t mean giving up. They mean being strategic, resourceful, and unstoppable. We’ll dive into the neuroscience of decision making under pressure, how backup plans affect confidence and performance, and why clarity often comes after giving yourself more than one path forward.
What you’ll learn:
<ul>
 <li>
Why having a Plan B makes you more, not less likely to succeed at Plan A
</li>
 <li>
How cognitive flexibility protects your mental health
</li>
 <li>
The link between contingency planning and confidence
</li>
</ul>
If you’ve ever feared that “hedging your bets” is weak this episode is your permission to be smart, not stubborn. Prepare to rewire how you chase your dreams.
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Mindset hacks for a badass life, hosted by cognitive neuroscientist Alexis Fernandez.

On Mondays my episodes are a combo of neuroscience and psychology. I deep dive into everything from habit formation and how to live a carefree life, to friendships and heartbreak. And on Fridays we've got Head Noise - where I answer your questions!

Email info@dyfmpod.com to submit your questions.

Order your copy of my latest book How to Chase Change at https://bit.ly/44xwszR

Mindset hacks for a badass life, hosted by cognitive neuroscientist Alexis Fernandez.
On Mondays my episodes are a combo of neuroscience and psychology. I deep dive into everything from habit formation and how to live a carefree life, to friendships and heartbreak. And on Fridays we've got Head Noise - where I answer your questions!
Email info@dyfmpod.com to submit your questions.
Order your copy of my latest book How to Chase Change at <a href="https://bit.ly/44xwszR">https://bit.ly/44xwszR</a>

Mindset hacks for a badass life, hosted by cognitive neuroscientist Alexis Fernandez.

Do You F*cking Mind?

453. Why Smart People Always Have a Plan B, C, and D

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