Ms. Failure (A note to my teacher)
Dear Ms. Failure,
I hope this letter finds you well. I wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude for the role you played throughout my life. Thank you for having the courage to come to me. This has been a catalyst for my personal growth journey.
The lesson you served gave me a wake-up call. At first, I was hurt, scared and upset. But then after time, it ignited a sense of redirection – determination if you will. I had to reassess, go back to the drawing board but yet I did not give up. The feedback that was shared helped me understand my shortcomings. I knew I wasn’t perfect and I knew I needed help.
At first, I saw this as a setback. Why me, pondered in my brain. I was sad, disheartened and cried. But I couldn’t let myself see this failure as a defeat. I chose it to see this as an opportunity – an opportunity of calmness and contentment. Comfort of chocolate soothed the pain, but it helped heal me so that I could take time to reflect on what I needed to do. Your constructive criticism allowed me to gain valuable insights – seeing the glass half empty to creating the glass half full.
I implored strategies and implemented changes to my approach. I asked for help when needed and became more alert. This failure was my turning point. I sat so comfortably that I didn’t realize I really needed to change. This failure propelled me to work smarter. As a result of this event, I knew that I had to improve myself – confidence, anxiety & extracurriculars. I developed a resilience that I never knew existed.
Mrs. Failure, your role was a pivotal eye opener. I want to express my utmost appreciation for the impact that you have caused. Thank you for failing me. Without you failing me, I wouldn’t have pushed harder, I wouldn’t have been innovative and I certainly would be sitting somewhere that wasn’t meant to be. Your dedication has not gone unnoticed.
I am fine now. Thanks for asking. I am happier than ever and I look forward to applying the lessons you have brought on in life for any upcoming challenges that may appear.
Mrs. Failure, thanks for being a contributing educator to my growth.
Sincerely,
Me
