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Sugar Cookies - Changing the World

by Ryan Garner

By R.T. GarnerPublished 3 years ago 2 min read

Admiral William H. McRaven's quote, "If you want to change the world, get over being a sugar cookie and keep moving forward," is a powerful reminder that we can't let setbacks and failures stop us from achieving our goals. Sugar cookies are soft and delicate, and they can easily be broken. But you must be strong and resilient to make a difference in the world. It would help if you were willing to keep going, even when things are tough.

There will be times when you feel like giving up. There will be times when you want to quit. But if you keep moving forward, you will eventually reach your destination. So don't be a sugar cookie. Be strong. Be resilient. And keep moving forward.

Here are some additional thoughts on the quote:

• Sugar cookies are often used as a symbol of sweetness and innocence. However, they can also be seen as fragile and easily broken. This reminds us that we should not let our setbacks and failures define us. We should never forget that we are strong and resilient and can overcome anything if we keep moving forward.

• The quote also reminds us that we should not abandon our dreams. No matter how tough things get, we should always keep moving forward. If we give up, we will never achieve our goals.

• Finally, the quote is a reminder that we are all capable of making a difference in the

I understand that feeling like a failure is not enjoyable. It can be humiliating and discouraging. However, it is critical to remember that it is also a part of life. Sometimes, things do not go our way, no matter how hard we try. We make mistakes, we get unlucky, and we get screwed over. That is how the world works.

The important thing is not to let feeling like a failure stop you from moving forward. You cannot control everything that happens to you, but you can control how you react. So pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and keep going. Do not let one setback ruin your entire journey.

Remember, even the most successful people have felt like failures at some point. They have all had failures, setbacks, and disappointments. But they did not let those things stop them. They kept going, and eventually, they achieved their goals.

So, if you feel like a failure right now, do not despair. It is not the end of the world. Just pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and keep going. You can do this.

Here are some tips to help you get over feeling like a failure:

• Do not take it personally. It is not about you. It is about the situation.

• Learn from your mistakes. What could you have done differently?

• Move on. Do not dwell on the past.

• Focus on the future. What are your goals? What can you do to achieve them?

• Do not give up. Keep going, even when it is challenging.

Remember, feeling like a failure is not the end of the world. It is just a temporary setback. You can overcome it. Just keep going.

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About the Creator

R.T. Garner

I am passionate about helping people achieve more than they ever thought possible. I am vibrant, alive, full of possibilities. I ache from a desire to create positive change, and I am driven to help others realize their own potential.

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