What if it Works
Imagine yourself standing at the edge of a possibility, staring into the unknown, absolutely unsure, your mind teetering between doubt and daring. “What if it works?” is a whisper of hope in a cacophony of caution and hesitation that most of us experience. Most of us live lives that are fairly predictable — comfortable routines and decisions that feel safe. But then there are moments, rare and bright, when a wild idea flickers to life. It’s almost reckless in its audacity, and you can’t help but think, “What if it actually works?”
It’s funny how that single thought, as tiny as a spark, can unleash a flood of emotions — curiosity, excitement, hope, and sometimes even dread. Because there’s power in that question that we fail to see for ourselves. “What if it works?” isn’t just about dreaming or hoping; it’s about daring to consider that what seems impossible could actually be within reach and believing in the slightest of possibilities. And once we entertain the possibility, we start to dismantle our own walls to start over again in the direction that seems hopeful. We start to see through the illusion of safety that we have built around ourselves, realizing that maybe, just maybe, we’re capable of more than we give ourselves credit for.
Of course, it’s easy to get swept up in the fear of what could go wrong but that is normal. It’s natural to list every single reason why something might fail, why you might end up looking foolish, why the effort might be wasted. We’re almost trained to think like that — trained to analyze, predict, and avoid risks as we do not want to come out of our comfort zone. But “What if it works?” challenges that whole mindset. It asks you to step outside of the box, to risk your comfort and your pride for something that might change your life in ways you can’t even begin to imagine.
This question isn’t just about big, life-altering decisions. It’s there in the small, everyday choices, too. It’s there when you consider starting a conversation with a stranger, applying for a job you’re not entirely qualified for, sharing a creative idea that feels vulnerable, or investing time in something you’ve never tried before. “What if it works?” turns every “maybe” into a potential “yes,” and every hesitation into a moment to test your courage.
But let’s be honest — sometimes things don’t work out. We try, we fail, we pick ourselves up, and we carry on. The beauty of asking “What if it works?” is that even if the outcome isn’t exactly as you hoped, there’s usually some value in the experience itself. You learn, you grow, and sometimes, you even end up somewhere better than you had planned. Failure isn’t the end; it’s often the beginning of a different path, a new understanding of who you are and what you’re capable of and of course a new experience. And when you look back, you rarely regret the things you dared to try. Instead, you’re proud of the moments when you were brave enough to wonder, “What if?”
There’s something deeply empowering about embracing that question. It’s a reminder that you’re not just a passive observer in your own life. You have the ability to make choices, to take risks, to challenge yourself. You’re not defined by your limitations but by your willingness to push beyond them. And every time you ask, “What if it works?” you’re allowing yourself to envision a reality that might just be better than the one you’ve settled for.
In the end, “What if it works?” is more than just a question. It’s an invitation — a call to action, a prompt to dream, and a reminder that we are all capable of more than we think and to consider the brighter side of our possibilities. So, the next time you find yourself standing at the edge of a decision, caught between the comfort of staying the same and the thrill of something new, remember to ask yourself, “What if it works?” You might just find that the answer is worth everything.
