@Kook160 if you want to write a story, go for it! I play basketball and whenever I'm stressed about before a game or something I always think 'Why should I worry about the ball going in the basket if I haven't taken the shot yet?' and I feel that the euphemism can be translated into all areas of life. Don't let wat u think might happen stop you from doing something cause u can never be 100% sure of the future. If it's any help, I can assure u that if u write a story, I will definitely read it and I know a bunch of people who would also read it for sure. Hope that helps!