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Learn from mistakes from "summary" of A Whack on the Side of the Head by Roger von Oech
Mistakes are often seen as things to be avoided at all costs. We're taught from a young age that mistakes are bad and should be corrected as quickly as possible. However, this mindset can actually hinder our ability to learn and grow. Mistakes are not something to be feared, but something to be embraced and learned from. When we make a mistake, it's an opportunity to learn something new, to try a different approach, and to grow in unexpected ways. In fact, some of the greatest discoveries and inventions in history have come about as a result of mistakes. For example, the discovery of penicillin was the result of a mistake made by Alexander Fleming. He accidentally left a petri dish of bacteria uncovered, and noticed that mold had grown on it, killing the bacteria. This led to the development of the first antibiotic, which has saved countless lives. When we make a mistake,...
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