Or just realize in the case of my anecdote that shit happens. There is no grand plan or puppeteer behind the scenes.
In the case of the original author, it would be be one thing to redefine success based on changing priorities. But not to pat yourself on the back and give yourself a participation trophy.
Yes success can come out of failure. Failure can also just come repeatedly and then you give up and try something else.
But I think there’s value in how we process and interpret those moments. It’s not about denying reality but finding ways to make it meaningful for yourself!
In the case of the original author, it would be be one thing to redefine success based on changing priorities. But not to pat yourself on the back and give yourself a participation trophy.
Yes success can come out of failure. Failure can also just come repeatedly and then you give up and try something else.