How to Move On After a Failure

By Steve Gilliland

Let’s face it, accepting failure is just like any other skill. It requires clarity, practice, and, most of all, motivation.

We all face failure at some point in time. From work-related issues to our personal lives, setbacks are inevitable.

When you experience a major failure, mustering the courage and strength to move forward can be extremely challenging. Here are some tips to help you thrive in times like these:

1. CHANGE YOUR VIEWS ABOUT FAILURE

Imagine this: You’re heading out on a road trip with your family, and suddenly the road gets bumpy. While this might not be an ideal driving situation, going through that patch of uneven road is the only way out.

Many times, we consider failure as the end of our journey. This is where we pack up and think there’s no hope left. However, changing your perspective will give you a boost of motivation. The road might seem bumpy right now, but this is only a part of the learning process and prepares you for even rougher times in the future.

​Luckily, with every failure, there’s an opportunity to learn. Wallowing in self-pity will only keep you at a standstill; instead, consider this a valuable lesson and learn from it.

2. PRACTICE HEALTHY COPING SKILLS

Struggling with bad habits due to stress? List some healthy coping skills and frame them in a visible place in your home. Use this as a reminder to turn to healthier habits like meditating, going for a walk, calling a friend, or playing with your pet. These positive behaviors can affect your mindset and help push you toward greater success.

3. ACCEPT RESPONSIBILITY

Next, accept a certain level of responsibility for your failures. Blaming your circumstances or others will prevent you from understanding your mistakes.

4. LOVE YOURSELF

With that being said, it’s important to go easy on yourself as well. If you want to unlock all success in life, self-love is important. Treat yourself with respect and remember that every failure is only a chance at greater success.

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