26A Celebrating Failure

1) Tell us about a time this past semester that you failed -- whether in this class, or outside of this class. Don't spare any details! It'd be even better if there was something you tried several times this semester, and failed each time. 

• This past semester, I have failed several times. I failed the first exam in one of my classes and failed to manage my time wisely and keep a decent schedule.

2) Tell us what you learned from it.

•   I learned how to properly prepare for the exams in that particular class and I am continually trying to improve my time-management skills.

3) Reflect, in general, on what you think about failure. Failure is hard, isn't it? It's embarrassing, sure, but it also means that we have to change something about ourselves. Talk about how you handle failure (emotionally, behaviorally). Finally, talk about how this class has changed your perspective on failure -- are you more likely to take a risk now than you were just a few months ago?

• Failure is definitely hard and is often embarrassing but everyone should try their hardest to avoid sulking after a defeat. Always try avoid any form of self-sabotage. I handle failure by immediately analyzing my mistakes and figuring out what I need to change to have a better outcome the next time. I usually try to avoid sulking instead of figuring out how I need to improve. I tend to believe that there isn't enough time in the day to be upset and feel sorry for myself. In my honest opinion, that's just pathetic and extremely counterproductive. This class didn't change my perspective on failure, but I do believe that it encouraged me to take more risks.