Making Mistakes Can Make You Wiser

“The condition of all progress is experience; we must go wrong a thousand times before we find the right.” (Felix Adler)

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In your own words, what is the main idea of the quote above by the German-American philosopher Felix Adler?

“If you can’t explain it simply, you don’t understand it well enough.” (Albert Einstein)

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Getting Personal

What, from your own life experiences or observations, would be a good example of making progress as a result of making repeated mistakes?

Have you ever refrained from engaging in a project because you feared you might fail? If so, what was involved?

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INSIGHTS for SUCCESS

“As you begin to take action toward the fulfillment of your goals and dreams, you must realize that not every action will be perfect. Not every action will produce the desired result. Not every action will work. Making mistakes, getting it almost right, and experimenting to see what happens are all part of the process of eventually getting it right.”  (Jack Canfield)

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By Gary and Esther Berkley

Gary and Esther Berkley are the authors of "Whatever You Become, Become Your Best - The College and Graduate Guide to Wisdom for Success in Life." Check it out at www.amazon.com/dp/B09593L5FT

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