But I soon learned that demeaning myself for my mistake was not helping anyone<\/strong>. It was interfering with my ability to do good.<\/p>\n As I recognized the disservice I was doing to myself and others by dwelling on my mistake, I began to see good coming from that experience.<\/p>\n I became more accepting of other\u2019s foibles.<\/p>\n The next time one of my children came to me with a bad grade or a mistake, I was more patient.<\/p>\n I remembered the earlier experience and avoided making the same mistake.<\/p>\n My responses became more supportive, not only to my children but to other people as well. I had become more patient and understanding with the ability to focus on the person rather than the initial event.<\/p>\n This daughter has gone on to be successful in her schooling. Though I cringe at how I reacted back then, I am grateful for the patience I\u2019ve gained as a result of that mistake.<\/p>\n
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