“You have to be able to accept failure to get better.”
What this quote means
Hanks highlights the paradox of progress: we only grow by accepting our mistakes. Failure is not the opposite of success; it's an ingredient. This thought frees us from the fear of judgment and encourages experimentation, learning, and starting over. In a world that prizes perfection, it reminds us that vulnerability is a strength, and each error is a step closer to mastery.
How to apply it daily
Pick a skill to improve and set a challenge where failure is possible, noting what you will learn from it.
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