Any writer knows that editing is a crucial part of the process—it’s pretty much unheard of for anything to flow from the brain to page fully-formed and perfect, without so much as a typo. Taking the time to polish and hone our work is an act of dedication and caring. Also, when someone else, unasked, takes a metaphorical red pencil to our work it is annoying as all get out.
What have you learned to check carefully? What have you learned to leave well enough alone?
“And a step backward, after making a wrong turn, is a step in the right direction.”
― Kurt Vonnegut
When have you reversed course after taking a wrong turn?
So often, in daily life as much as great cases of national malfeasance, it is the cover up that will get you, rather than the crime. Admitting our mistakes and our failures, apologizing and setting a new course is so much harder—and more useful—than trying to make sure no one finds out how flawed we are.
What mistake do you need to admit to so that you can move on?
“One mistake does not have to rule a person’s entire life.”
― Joyce Meyer
What is the worst mistake you have forgiven yourself or someone else for?
Things can always go wrong, but some endeavors are more likely to go spectacularly wrong than others.
What is something you feel is worth the significant risk involved? What is not worth the risk?
