Failure
Don’t let me down: how to get over a fear of disappointing others
“I’m not mad; I’m disappointed.” This is one of the most devastating things you could hear from someone you love. Disappointment is somehow worse than outright anger. If someone is disappointed, it means they believe in you. And when you fail to live up to that standard, you’
Actively Move Past Failure
While it’s true that an optimistic outlook can improve longevity and overall health, it isn’t always easy to keep on the sunny side of life. According to happiness expert and leading psychologist Martin P. Seligman, a person’s viewpoint all comes down to their explanatory style—the story
Five Steps to Learning from Failure and Moving Forward
Practicing self-compassion and becoming more adaptive in coping can improve your well-being. These resources and activities will help you reduce the spiral of negative thinking to help guard against additional self-induced stress. The following five steps can help you handle failure and adversity as an athlete: 1. Learn about the