Although usually thought of in negative terms, the self-fulfilling prophecy also can have a positive effect on our self-concept.

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While the self-fulfilling prophecy is often associated with negative outcomes, such as a belief that we will fail leading to actual failure, it can also work in our favor if we have positive beliefs about ourselves and our abilities. Believing in ourselves and our potential can lead to positive actions and outcomes, fulfilling our positive expectations.

Although Usually Thought of in Negative Terms, the Self-Fulfilling Prophecy