Day 171 – Resilience is Earned
People admire resilience, presumably because it’s a defining characteristic of humanity: our ability to survive. Our most beloved art forms, like theatre, often incorporate themes of resilience. You’ll frequently encounter showcases, news stories, and biographies celebrating individuals who display remarkable perseverance against formidable odds. Sports enthusiasts cheer louder for the underdog or Cinderella team when […]
Day 169 – What to Do When Failing
I get a lot of advice about how to succeed, to improve, and to maximize my potential. What I receive less of is guidance on what to do when I know that I am failing. There’s plenty of encouragement to fail frequently and to embrace failure because that is how you learn. “Failure is good,” […]