14. The most important lesson of my life so far.
Growing up, the word “fail” was introduced to me as an intimidating
enemy I should never acquaint myself to. As a child, I understood that it
attests one’s weaknesses and deficiencies, which could potentially leave a
permanent mark of humiliation.
Fortunately, through the experience of encountering, witnessing and
being surrounded by numerous tremendously inspiring people, I’ve
learned that failing, (though it still sounds incredibly obnoxious), is a
valuable part of growing up –(fundamental and worthy in its own way.)
Now I know that failure does not possess any power to diminish my
value, nor does it measure my truest capabilities and potential.
So personally, I regard failure as checkpoints in life which bluntly
highlights the level of maturity I’m currently at. Simply put, it inspects
whether I’m able to motivate myself to bounce back up, or rather, to
dwell in discouragement and disappointment which only leads to me
giving up.
An impactful self-discovery actually discloses that failures build my
endurance and perseverance, that is a strong will to conquer my previous
obstructions. Though it does resemble a taboo when there’s comparisons
involved, failing has and will always be my own “personal experience”.