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The Economic Times
The Economic Times
National
Debjit Sinha

Quote of the day by Samuel Beckett, 'Ever tried. Ever failed. No matter. Try again. Fail again. Fail better' offers life lesson that failure is universal, every unsuccessful attempt should teach us something valuable

Quote of the day by Samuel Beckett, "Ever tried. Ever failed. No matter. Try Again. Fail again. Fail better," teaches life advice that rather than viewing failure as the end of the journey, the quote encourages us to see it as an essential part of growth, learning, and eventual success. Failure is often seen as something to avoid, something that signals defeat or inadequacy. Many people fear making mistakes because they worry about criticism, disappointment, or the possibility of falling short of expectations. Yet history and everyday experience tell a different story. Nearly every meaningful achievement is built upon repeated attempts, lessons learned from setbacks, and the determination to continue despite obstacles.

The first lesson in Beckett’s quote is that trying itself is valuable. Every new skill begins with uncertainty. A child learning to walk falls many times before taking confident steps. A student solving difficult mathematical problems makes mistakes before understanding the correct method. A musician practices countless imperfect performances before mastering an instrument. These early failures are not signs of inability but evidence of progress. The willingness to begin, even without certainty of success, is the foundation of all achievement.

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