How to Fail More Efficiently
We live in a time where everything is extremely fast paced. Decisions need to be made in a matter of seconds and the responsible have to stick their necks out at the scope of losing their jobs. The margin for error is nill, failure not tolerated. Encouraging yourself to take the risk of failing seems counterproductive and foolish.
Don't get too attached to your work. I know, once you work eagerly on something and put your heart and soul into it, it becomes your little brainchild — you don't want to let it die. Hence it's important to keep emotional distance. You still want to be ambitious and motivated, just not to an extend where you cannot accept someone else's work being chosen over yours.
Success is great — no one likes to lose. But which emotions does it evoke? We're cheerful for some time, indulge in the moment but does it push us forward? Does it bring out the animal in us? Does it make us work longer hours? No. What drives us is competition, is commitment and envy.
Don't be afraid to lose. Nothing lost means nothing gained. Failing is an essential part of gaining experience. When you're afraid, just take a dive into the cold water, don't overthink. When afraid of failing, you won't do your best work. When you're afraid, you won't move forward, won't make progress. Failure is a vital motivator. Learn to cope with it. Use it in your favor.
