When it rains, it pours
When facing multiple simultaneous problems
Understanding the Rule
Problems rarely come singly—they cluster. When things go wrong, multiple problems often arrive simultaneously, compounding difficulties. Adversity accumulates.
What Happens When You Break It
Assuming problems come singly leaves you unprepared for compounding adversity, exhausts resources quickly, creates overwhelm, and prevents adequate response.
Benefits of Following This Rule
Expecting compounding problems builds reserves, creates resilience, enables better response, prevents being overwhelmed, and provides capacity for clustered adversity.