Anticipation

Proactive: Orientation to the Future
Proactive refers to having an orientation to the future, anticipating problems, and taking affirmative steps to deal positively with them rather than reacting after a situation has already occurred.
Waiting for the Other Shoe to Drop: Expecting a Subsequent Event
The phrase 'waiting for the other shoe to drop' refers to anticipating a subsequent event or action that is expected to follow after an initial occurrence.

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