In this episode, I share a heartfelt reflection on failure and why failing well is essential for growth in both children and adults. I talk about how setbacks are not a reflection of our worth, but signals pointing us toward areas that need strengthening. Using my own experience of not getting into graduate school on the first try, I walk through how reflection, feedback, and perseverance turned failure into forward momentum. We explore why it is especially important for parents and caregivers to model failure openly, rather than hiding it. I also discuss how perfectionism and fear of failure show up in bright, high-achieving kids. The episode closes with an invitation to reflect, share, and grow together through setbacks.
Timestamps
[00:00] Why failure matters for human development
[00:27] Reframing setbacks as information, not inadequacy
[00:47] Learning from past failures
[01:06] Personal story: not getting into grad school
[01:43] Sitting with disappointment and making a plan
[02:18] Identifying gaps and rebuilding stronger
[02:45] Perseverance and failing well
[03:22] Modeling failure for children
[03:43] Perfectionism, pressure, and fear of failing
[04:09] Reflection as a tool for growth
[04:16] Invitation to share experiences and connect
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