don't look
no matter how many times i learn this lesson, i inevitably forget and shock myself again when i make the same blunder.if you don't want to know, don't look.
you can apply this concept to a number of things: bank statements, weight scale readings, clothing sizes, fica scores, water filters, restaurant kitchens, etc.
it may seem silly, but sometimes the not knowing is better than the knowing. it makes for peace of mind and that's worth a little ignorance.
there are other things like bar exam results, grades, pregnancy tests, etc., that you obviously can't avoid. however, there's always a right time to take on such daunting tasks. so do yourself a favor and wait till you've got the fortitude to handle the results, good or bad.
and no, i'm not pregnant, you crazy people. i get the bar results in 21 days and i'm very very nervous. i'm not sure when i'll be ready to know the results, but i don't think 21 days is enough.