Mistakes

Mistakes. Flaws. Imperfections.

Mistakes are often categorized and labeled negatively. They’re looked down on because of their accidental nature. I think we, as humans, want to be without flaw and imperfection. That’s why we worry about everything little thing we do. Its what drives us to try self-help solutions, get that surgery, say “just kidding” after saying something incredibly stupid. Its what makes us feel embarrassed, insecure and not “good enough” for anything or anyone.

Ever felt like that? Like you’re useless in the world? Like you’re not special enough to do anything important? Have you ever thought that maybe fear is getting in the way of that important thing you need to do? Everyone’s heard the quote: “Never let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game.” And how true that is.

You see, our want, our obsession, to be perfect gets in the way sometimes. It keeps us fearing that we might make the wrong decision. Its a leash that’s tying us to down. A cannonball that’s keeping us under. Making a mistake isn’t a bad thing. Mistakes keep us humble. They force us to learn that we’re not the best thing out there, that we’re not better than everyone else. They keep us striving to seek advice on any decision we have to make. What people don’t realize is that most mistakes can be fixed, and fixed for the better. Everyone worries that their mistake will cost them a lot more than what they bargained for.

Is that true? It can be. But then the question is this: how can the potential mistake be avoided, and will you have the humility to seek advice in order to avoid negative consequences to your actions.

Listen to advice and accept instruction; then you will be wise.

~ by aimeeacoustic3 on October 19, 2008.