OK... I apologize, you are correct... but it sure appeared as if you were flying by the seat of your pants...
Hang in there. We are all here to help you... and get help from you as well!
It is truly a counterintuitive way of thinking - exactly the opposite of what we are "supposed" to do. Indeed, my wife has told me explicitly, "This is not a normal response to this situation." To myself I "yelled" in response: EXACTLY!!!
This stuff takes time to learn. Visit this board every day. Lurk and read other threads. Ask questions on your own, and contribute to others.
Bottom line here is that we are on the same team. Go team go!!!