We’ve all hit that bump in the road, the setback, the problem. Whether it’s a school assignment, a work project, or a volunteer mission, we all have encountered things that made us slow down. You just have to keep in mind that a setback is only temporary and greater things lay ahead. We believe in the “two steps forward, one step back” philosophy. So what if something bad happens? Keep moving forward, developing what you have. So how can you react when something doesn’t turn out as you’ve expected? First, be objective. Step back and look at the situation. Take responsibility where it is due, but at the same time don’t put blame on others. Start planning your next move. Ask for help. Don’t be afraid or ashamed while doing this. Often people are more than willing to give you support and advice, maybe even after being in a similar situation. You don’t have to be perfect; after all, nobody else is. Bounce back, and instead of looking at your project as a disaster or failure, view it as a success. Concentrate on how great it will feel after it is finally done after you have put your all into it. Instead of focusing on a possible unsatisfactory performance one single time, take a moment to sit back and reward yourself for all that you have accomplished. Above all, don’t live with regrets. Approach life with perseverance and dedication to do things, which matters most to yourself. Success is never easy. It remains up to you whether you will give up, or fight through the tough battles to earn whatever it is you want. Move on with your life. Keep reaching for your goals and you will achieve them. One minor setback is nothing if you really want something and are willing to work for it. A fragment of a poem by Ralph Waldo Emerson is worth telling here:
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