One of the things I see in people is a fear of not getting things done fast enough. Not doing things at the 'right' time, the socially 'acceptable' time, the time that everyone else chooses to do these things. And people get so distracted by the prospect of not fitting in, of failing in one sense, and so they work themselves up into a state of fear.
I wish I could tell them, and really make them believe in their heart, that they have nothing to worry about. We live long lives. Today, work hard, be smart in your decisions and believe that you've done all that you can. There will always be tomorrow, and most things can wait. It's important to learn to take a step back, take a deep breath, and say to yourself, "I can do this, I will try my best, and at the end of the day I will be happy with the results and learn from what I accomplished. And I will have other opportunities to do better in the future."
Because you will have another shot. Especially in school. Yes, okay so it costs more money. And you know what, it does feel shitty to fail something. It sucks and no one wants to do it. But does it say anything about who you are as a person? No. Does it mean anything once you redo the course and work a little harder? No.
All it tells me is that you have learned something.
We are all still growing. We are all trying to figure out what works for us and what doesn't. At the end of the day, the best thing to learn how to do is to step back, take a few deep breaths, and let things go. Let things be.
Believe in yourself and your abilities and determination.
Be stubborn.
And remember, who you are and how you prepare and handle it is more important that the event itself.
We're all still learning and no one can hold that against you. It is not the end of the world and you will figure it out.
- xx, Kelly.
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