How Do You React To Failure
Failing one time â or even several times â doesnât make you a failure any more than losing one game makes you a loser. Failing can be a blessing or a curse. It can be a great teacher, make you stronger, and keep you grounded, or it can be the cause of your demise. The difference between a stepping-stone and a stumbling block is the way in which you approach it. How do you react to failure?
Be Realistic
If you demand perfection of yourself, youâre setting yourself up for disappointment.
Donât Take Failure Personally
Making a mistake doesnât make you a failure. Itâs simply a reminder that youâre human.
Accept Responsibility
Nothing positive is ever gained by scapegoating. Be courageous and accept responsibility for your failure.
Be Nice To Yourself
Donât tear yourself down for failing. You donât speak to others that way, so give yourself a break.
Get Back On The Horse
Donât wallow in self-pity. Obsessing over failure wonât make it better. You cannot change the past, but you can affect the future.
Grow From Your Mistakes
Take the time to reflect on your experience, learn from your mistakes, and adapt accordingly.
Donât Quit
Most people fail before achieving success; the difference is that successful people never stop trying. As Douglas MacArthur said, âAge wrinkles the body. Quitting wrinkles the soul.â