Learning from Setbacks to Move Forward

Ever beat yourself up over a mistake? I know I have! But let me share a life-changing insight — it's not about the fall; it's about the rise.

Here's the secret I discovered after missing out on a golden opportunity years ago: When setbacks happen, learn what you can and have faith that something better is coming.

Instead of dwelling on self-insults, I now ask myself:

Did I make a mistake?

Was there an error in communication?

Was the whole idea just not right for me – and maybe perfect for someone else?

This is a much healthier approach. More mature, more realistic – and more productive!

We all stumble. It’s part of the journey. What matters is how you respond. Falling doesn’t define you. How you get up does. How you dust yourself off, see what you can learn, and go merrily on your way.

There’s no failure this way. Only lessons. And who doesn’t love to learn?