Everyone makes mistakes. Mistakes are an essential part of what makes us humans. They are a crucial step in learning, growing, and improving yourself. Not making mistakes is actually the biggest mistake you can ever make. Below are some ways to help you learn from mistakes.
Take 100% responsibility. After making a mistake, reflect on it. Only accepting responsibility can make learning possible. Therefore, take 100% responsibility, accept the consequences (后果) and be part of the solution to the problem. The sooner you accept responsibility, the sooner the problem is identified, and the sooner a resolution will be possible.
Figure out the cause of the mistake. Figuring out the cause will also help you avoid repeating it next time. Determine the specific action that has led to the mistake. Take time to look into the events, see if there are things that need to be improved, and take time to work on them. Make the necessary changes to see the positive results.
You cannot change the mistakes that were made in the past, but you can take the lesson learnt and apply it when necessary. Don't move forward through life being afraid of making mistakes. The moment you see mistakes as lessons rather than mistakes, you will no longer have this crazy scare of meeting them along your journey.
Apologize if necessary. Apologizing for a mistake you have made, which has affected someone, can make a big difference. By apologizing, you are showing bravery.
| A. Move on fearlessly. B. You cannot be perfect all the time. C. So make them, learn from them and grow. D. Blaming others for your mistakes will do you no good. E. Making mistakes makes you understand that you are not perfect. F. Knowing why you made the mistake is the key to learning from it. G. That's because it takes courage to stand before someone and admit your mistake. |
