4 Simple Phrases to Overcome Life’s Mistakes

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What do you say to yourself after making a mistake? In the past, I would just stew in my own shame. When something goes wrong, there’s often an automatic response. A voice that echoes in your mind, likely one that has been there since you were a child. What does yours sound like?

For me, it harkens back to a moment with my father. I was around 10 years old, and I had the audacity to speak out in seventh-grade math class. My parents got a call from the school, and my father brought me into the living room—the one place we kids weren’t allowed unless it was special. He gestured for me to sit on that pristine white couch, a relic from my grandparents’ fancy apartment. With a quiet voice, he said, “You’ve brought shame to our family.”

In that moment, I felt the walls closing in. I thought every relative would know about this incident, how a seventh grader could tarnish the family name. That was the extent of my punishment; we never spoke of it again. No one asked for my perspective or guided me in understanding my actions. I was usually a well-behaved kid, and I didn’t realize the impact this moment would have on my ability to cope with mistakes. Instead of learning to move on, I retreated into myself, striving for perfection and hiding whenever I stumbled.

I often wondered why some people could brush off their mistakes with ease while I felt crushed. I assumed they were just stronger or braver. But the truth is, how we learn to handle mistakes as children can significantly shape our ability to move forward as adults.

Empowering Phrases to Use

So, what are the four empowering phrases you can use? “Do better next time.” Maya Angelou wisely said, “When you know better, you do better.” She didn’t suggest that we should wallow in self-pity after a misstep. Instead, she encourages us to learn.

When shame creeps in, some people turn to unhealthy outlets. Perhaps addiction stems from the inability to accept our imperfections. Mistakes are part of life; they’re how children learn to walk or how Olympians perfect their dives. They don’t achieve mastery without falling down first.

Being present in your life becomes impossible when you’re stuck in regret. Accepting that it’s okay to acknowledge your actions and resolve to improve next time can set you free.

Teaching Children About Mistakes

What do you tell a child when they make a mistake? Dr. Emily Carter, in her book Mindful Parenting, emphasizes the importance of self-forgiveness. She suggests we should approach mistakes as opportunities for growth, not as reasons to punish ourselves. If we want our children to learn from errors, they need to understand that making mistakes is part of being human.

Kids observe how we manage our own mistakes, and they mimic our reactions. When they see us handle mistakes with grace, they are less likely to feel defeated by their own errors.

Looking back, I wish I had a parent who helped me understand why I reacted the way I did. That insight could have spurred the change I needed to grow.

Conclusion

So, the next time you make a mistake, try repeating those four powerful words: “Do better next time.” Mistakes are a normal part of life—embrace them, learn from them, and let them go. You’ll feel empowered hearing those words resonate in your mind.

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Summary

This article discusses how to cope with mistakes in life by using positive affirmations. It emphasizes the importance of self-forgiveness and learning from errors, especially in the context of parenting. By encouraging children to see mistakes as opportunities for growth, we can help them navigate their own challenges more effectively.