“We are all failures – at least the best of us are.” – J.M. Barrie
“When the life you dreamed of and expected does not materialize, it isn’t over and your existence is not a failure. It is simply a different life.” – Alexander Khenkin
I really like this post re. rewriting our story as a Hero’s Quest – by Rev. Gerry – kinda turns “failure” into “success” without too much fuss and DEFINITELY without any dishonesty – thanks, Gerry!
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Ahso..here it is, the comment space. Love your take on this, Marilyn. Not everyone sees it straightaway..but the concept really freed me. Here we are, thriving, still growing, everything before notwithstanding.
big hugs, gerry
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not the only one failing, by a long shot: http://www.the-open-mind.com/5-failures-you-need-to-experience-if-you-want-to-succeed-in-life/
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