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We don’t discuss failure openly, but we all experience it—every single one of us.
Failure is a part of life, and we all fail.
My apologies to you if you believe that you’ve never been unsuccessful because I believe you live a boring life. Speaking about it or going through it isn’t fun, and you may already be bringing back memories that sting.
But let's at least say it.
Our failures don’t define us, but they do.
In a sense, failure defines us. Positively!
Each failed attempt teaches a lesson. Growing from it has been great! The experiences of defeat, regret, and remorse I have gone through have equipped me to cope with such feelings.
As a result, I have become stronger, more aware, resilient, and adaptable.
Even if an effort fails, it does not mean it is worthless.
The failed Columbia mission and the Vietnam War are two such examples.
Columbia had three main objectives: launch safely into space, conduct scientific experiments, and land safely on Earth. The crew and personnel at the Houston space center attempted this. Unfortunately, a successful mission ended when the shuttle disintegrated during re-entry. Seven astronauts tragically lost their lives because the goal was not achieved.
Despite its failure, this tragedy has value, significance, and significance.
NASA had to rethink its contingency plans as a result. In addition, a careful review of NASA’s organizational structure, independent contractors, and engineering processes was required. Finally, due to congressional demands for accountability, Congress reevaluated its budgeting practices concerning space exploration. Nevertheless, the good that comes from the terrible failure is worth lauding.
Vietnam’s war was intended to prevent communism from spreading throughout the country. At the time, many believed the rest of Southeast Asia would follow Vietnam’s lead if it became communist. As a result of departure, the Communist party now controls the country. Although the conflict caused military training to advance, it also brought advancements.
Special forces taught us new tactics to fight in an environment where tanks were less effective than airstrikes. Those lessons helped us better prepare for modern warfare.
Changes such as these demonstrate the value that can gain through failure. I prefer not to have to pay such a high price for learning such lessons.
The Columbia space tragedy and the Vietnam War, both demonstrate how events perceived as failures can still have value.
My learnings during my journey.
My life will be filled with many or most supportive people. The same way they rooted for me at my new job, my friends and family will do the same as I examine new opportunities. Nothing has been said negatively about my decision to leave.
Friends can be a great party in good times and a support system in tough times, as I have always believed.
Family members and friends do not need to be proactive in showing their support to me — I am not expecting that. In general, a passive approach works well.
Be careful not to disclose your problems to everyone. Tell your problems only to people you trust. Smiles are not always accompanied by friendship. Of course, it is okay to share your details with a few people. But what is it you expect in return? Do you need emotional support or assistance?
Never tell your problems to everyone. 80% don’t care and the other 20% are glad you have them — Pablo Escobar
Final Thoughts.
Failure has made me more focused, productive, more informed, and resilient.
I would not be the person I am today had I not made the mistakes I have made. And I like who I am today.
One of my favorite sayings is, “Fall seven times, stand up eight.” It’s pretty much the first thing I told myself when I quit my job. It keeps me positive, focused and reminds me that life comes with failure, but the true failure would be staying down. Get up again!
When people first learned that I was giving up a secure, well-paying job to start a new job in a totally different field with less pay and a crazy work schedule, they thought I was a little crazy and may have been a bit skeptical. However, when they understood that I was pursuing a dream, they were incredibly supportive. I took a risk and gave up the good thing I had going for me.
As one friend put it, “I planned, I sacrificed, and I leaped.” I didn’t go into it blindly and unprepared. I was at a place in my life where I was able to take the risk.
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