Steem4Nigeria Accelerator Contest Week5- My Life Mistakes and How I Intend to Correct Them.

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Hello everyone in this great community I believe we're all doing well in Good health and mind, I'm @samuelebuka and I'm here to participate in this great contest one I fined very interesting because it will help me and others avoid mistakes in life and also bring many people back in the right path by bringing into light many things we can avoid to have a successful life. I will urge us to careful read through my post as I hope you find it interesting and helpful.

Growing up I made mistakes and also watched many people around me in my locality make mistakes and this has helped me to grow and also avoid many mistakes in life, my dad always advised me with a saying that says "learn from other people's mistakes because you may not live long enough to make them yourself and learn from them" this advice from my dad has really helped me a lot and I hope you draw light from it to as I attempt to give share my point of view as regrading this topic.

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1- What are the mistakes you think you have made since you were born

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Growing up I've always dreamt of becoming an engineer it has always been my desire to follow on my dad's footsteps and become a good engineer like him but all that changed when I failed and didn't pass my JAMB examination with a good score because I wasn't studying as I should when it mattered the most. When I was much younger I thought life will just present to you what you desire without you having to work hard for it so I didn't read my books and I didn't prepare for my exams and it broke my heart and that of my dad's.
Failing to study diligently and adequately prepare for exams was a regrettable mistake on my part. This oversight resulted in a missed opportunity to pursue my desired course in engineering. It serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of discipline and dedication in achieving our goals. Through this experience, I have come to appreciate the significance of investing time and effort into one's education. The consequences of my actions have taught me a valuable lesson about the necessity of thorough preparation, as it can make all the difference in realizing our aspirations and avoid regrets

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2-Do you think it is your past mistakes that are affecting your growth in life?

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I don't think it has affected my life, although I know I would have done better if I was studying engineering in school but life had brought another interesting challenge to me and I'm embracing it whole heartedly and it has widen my horizons and quest for knowledge and made me grow to love my new course of study in Education.

Personal mistakes and shortcomings, such as neglecting to read books and prepare for exams, have not hindered my life. Instead, they have become powerful motivators, urging me to always be prepared for whatever challenges lie ahead, regardless of their magnitude. I believe that regardless of the mistakes one makes in life, they should embrace them as learning opportunities and allow them to drive their passion and growth. Every setback can be transformed into a stepping stone towards a great future.

3-Do you always blame people or yourself for making mistakes, as no one can be perfect?

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Each time I make a mistake in life no matter how little it is I take responsibilities for it even the ones that I think was caused by others because I feel it's just a waste of time trying to blame yourself or others for mistakes that I should learn from although most times hurtful, blaming others won't really change the fact that it's already done so why not just take responsibility and learn from your mistakes and move on instead of crying over mistakes I channel that energy into becoming a better and better version of myself and also guide people on how to avoid the mistakes I had done.

4-Share some tips for overcoming mistakes, both physically and virtually.

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Having made many mistakes in life and realizing how hurtful it may be somethings, I have tried to get a technique through asking questions and making research on my own on how to avoid mistakes on my path both physically and virtually and this tips are:

1. The Mirror Technique:
   Set up a mirror near your workspace, whether it's a physical desk or a virtual environment. Before starting any task, take a moment to look into the mirror and visualize yourself successfully completing the task without any mistakes. This helps create a mental state of focus and intentionality, reducing the chances of making errors. It also serves as a reminder to stay mindful throughout the process.

2. The Reverse Checklist:
   Instead of creating a traditional checklist of things to do, create a reverse checklist of things to avoid. Identify common mistakes or pitfalls related to the task at hand and write them down. As you progress through the task, actively ensure that you're not falling into any of those traps. This approach shifts your mindset from what you need to do right to what you need to avoid doing wrong, helping you stay vigilant and mistake-free.

1. The Accountability Partner:
   Find an accountability partner, either in person or virtually, who can provide feedback and support during your tasks. This person should be knowledgeable about the task at hand and capable of identifying potential mistakes. Regularly update your partner on your progress and seek their input, allowing them to act as a second set of eyes to catch errors before they occur.

Just a reminder that , these techniques are meant to supplement some strategies for avoiding mistakes. By incorporating these unique approaches, you can enhance your mindfulness, creativity, and overall performance, leading to a reduced likelihood of errors both in physical and virtually.

Thank you so much for reading through my post I hope you find it interesting and helpful. I will also like to invite my friends @solexybaba @v-brainner @gidsbrown to this contest.