Since one has not occurred for quite a while, apprehension has been on the rise over the start of the next economic recession. The consensus forecast at this time is for no sooner than late 2020. Apprehension is understandable as recessions generally are less-good times for both incomes and investments, especially stock markets. There has been some speculation (with no rigorous documentation) that we can talk ourselves into a recession. As the thought goes, so much talk of recession raises concerns to such levels that we pull back on our spending and investment activities, and a recession becomes self-fulfilling. Addressing apprehension with analysis can provide perspective and investment implications.