Celebrating our flops, failures and f*ck-ups
About this episode
The episode discusses the importance of embracing and learning from failures.
In this episode, I explore why failure is not something to hide, but something to study, share, and even celebrate. Drawing inspiration from the “Flops” exhibition at the Musée des Arts et Métiers, I look at how psychology, religion, science, and art all reveal the same truth: my mistakes are often the very things that shape my character, deepen my relationships, and point me toward a more meaningful life. Why failed products like BIC for Her and New Coke can teach us about resilience The psychology of growth mindset, self-compassion, and learning from mistakes How traditions like Kintsugi and teshuvah honor repair over perfection Stories of famous failures from Thomas Edison to J.K. Rowling Books, movies, songs, and poems that remind us to “fail better” Reflection questions to help me turn every flop into wisdom and purpose Thrive With Leo Coaching : If you want to reduce your psychological pain, regain your purpose and forge your own path, go to www.thrivewithleo.com to begin your journey. If you or anyone you know is considering suicide or self-harm, or is anxious, depressed, upset, or needs to talk, there are people who want to help: In the US: Crisis Text…
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