Fail fast, learn fast

Last year, my life got wrecked by a bad relationship and my own poor choices. I’ve paid the price—financially, mentally, emotionally, all of it. Now I’m rebuilding, but life keeps throwing punches. Still, I refuse to give up. The only way I truly lose is if I quit.

I had a solid shot at rebuilding my career—something I’ve always dreamed of—but I made a mistake. It was small to me, but big to someone else. I’m careful because this means so much to me, but I messed up, and it hurts.

Still, mistakes come from trying. At least I’m out there doing something instead of sitting around regretting what I didn’t try. Failure is part of the process when you’re chasing something big.

Sure, it’s painful, and I’m not fully equipped for everything. But I can’t fake it either. I’m learning the hard way that if you’re unsure, the results will reflect that. Mistakes teach you to adapt and improve. It’s up to me to solve these problems, no matter where they come from.

Right now, it hurts—a lot. The memories, the failures, everything. But I can’t give up. I don’t even know how to quit. Ending it isn’t an option.

Mistakes show you’re trying, taking risks, and chasing something bigger. It’s not over. I’ll find another shot. I’ll keep going.

Next steps? Learn, regroup, and move forward. This wasn’t the only opportunity in life. It’s just a lesson on the way to something better.

How did you move past a difficult situation in your life? What made you move on despite failures and mistakes?