Notable Failures, Stuff Ups
Then: My solarium centre (it was the 90's) lost a bunch of money. My Beauty Therapy Centre (stop laughing) made no money and maybe lost a bit. Another PT centre (I was a partner but didn't run it) lost money. Countless ideas and projects didn't get off the ground, or did and fell over. I called a well-known person by the wrong name on the air! I was talking to 300 people in a seminar, lost my train of thought, and forgot what I was saying. Oops. There are way too many more to mention in a little post like this!
Now: Every day I get up and I know that life is a gift. I have the opportunity to do something or nothing. I am passionate and driven because I choose to be. I know some people will connect with my ideas and message and I know some people will criticise my philosophies and my approach. I'm okay with both.
I will continue to say what I believe even if it's not popular and even if it doesn't sell. I will not compromise my message for votes. I will continue to learn and continue to do what I do. I will stay humble, I will be thankful for what I have, I will do my best to keep perspective, and I will stay committed to helping you create your best life - even though I am flawed, even though I don't have all the answers, and even though I fail regularly.
Failure is a crucial ingredient in the personal development journey. Show me a person who's never failed and I'll show you a person who's never done anything.
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