When things go wrong, a Stoic: 1. Writes the past off as out of their control 2. Focuses on their response 3. Sees it as an opportunity to practice … - Ryan Holiday

People turn shit into sugar all the time — shit that’s a lot worse than whatever we’re dealing with. I’m talking physical disabilities, racial discrimination, battles against overwhelmingly superior armies. But those people didn’t quit. They didn’t feel sorry for themselves. They didn’t delude themselves with fantasies about easy solutions. They focused on the one thing that mattered: applying themselves with gusto and creativity.

What is defeat? Nothing but education; nothing but the first steps to something better. — WENDELL PHILLIPS

Each time, you’ll learn something. Each time, you’ll develop strength, wisdom, and perspective. Each time, a little more of the competition falls away. Until all that is left is you: the best version of you.