If at first we don’t succeed, it’s useful to remember that most things in life require time and practice to master. Lessons we learn from these experiences don’t have to discourage or deflate us, they can actually help us improve our performance. With this approach, each less-than-perfect experience becomes a reasonable weigh station on the path to ultimate success. Focusing our attention on our own effort rather than meaningless comparisons with others ensures that we never fail because, if we don’t stop trying, it’s not a question of if we will succeed, but rather…

When.