Quote by Benjamin Franklin

I didn't fail the test, I just found 100 ways to do it wrong

I didn't fail the test, I just found 100 ways to do it wrong

Summary

This quote, attributed to inventor Thomas Edison, highlights a positive mindset towards failure. It suggests that instead of seeing failure as a measure of personal inadequacy, one can view it as a learning experience. Rather than perceiving a setback as a total failure, the quote portrays failure as a means of discovering what doesn't work, potentially leading to finding the right solution. It demonstrates the importance of perseverance and the willingness to try different approaches in order to ultimately achieve success.

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