How often does something that you pictured in your mind about a person or a situation actually happen? We have a tendency to grandize things in our own heads instead of seeing the situation for what it is. A lot of times, we need awareness and courage to deal with the difficulty at hand. It's how you handle these times that will make the situation more or less manageable for you. 

I’m sure you’ve seen graphics online that say something like, “Don’t believe everything you think.” While this is easier said than done, our minds often make connections and develop thoughts that may or may not be true. It's up to us to determine our truths and not let our minds decide for us.