Think about possible unintended consequences, for instance, whether you’ll create new enemies, or whether a circling vulture will swoop in and take the spoils. The Sicilians fought harder on their home turf, multiple enemies banded together against them, and wars broke out on several fronts.Īccording to Law 29 of the 48 Laws of Power, vague plans will lead to trouble, so plan all the way to the end. But the war was disastrous and led to the fall of their great civilization. For example, when the Athenians attacked Sicily, they weren’t thinking about what could go wrong - they were focused on riches and glory. However, unhappy endings occur more often than happy ones. Instead, they’re actually practicing wishful thinking of what they want the future to be, rather than a future based on reality. Most people believe that they’re thinking of the future and planning ahead.
Then pursue your plans and don’t be tempted from your path. Think far ahead, take into account all possible developments, plan all the way to the end, and don’t be swayed by wishful thinking. Overview of Law #29: Plan All the Way to the End
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