You have to differentiate between failure and frustration. Failure is not a problem but frustration certainly is. A failure that follows frustration will close the door of your mind. But if you are able to ignore the initial failure and seek out another opportunity, your situation is not that of total failure. You will certainly reach your destination, even if somewhat late.
Missing an opportunity is not a problem. The real problem is that your mind gets so disturbed that you fail to recognize some viable alternative course.
All the problems in social life are due to ego clash, directly or indirectly,
between individuals as well as between groups. The formula in this regard is: when one’s ego is touched, it turns into superego, and the result is breakdown. So, follow the simple formula and there is no problem: try to avoid ego clash, and there is no problem.
A man displays his true mettle when he sees his own wrong actions for what they are, and humbly asks forgiveness.
