If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again.

When I was 16, I was nervous the entire time I took my behind-the-wheel test. From the moment I sat down in the driver’s seat, doubt started creeping in, and I couldn’t shake the feeling that I wasn’t ready. When I found out I failed, I was absolutely devastated. I remember thinking, Who fails their driver’s test? It felt like such a big deal, and I couldn’t help but feel embarrassed and defeated. I just wanted to forget the whole thing.

But the moment my mom saw me, she could tell how upset I was. She didn’t dwell on my failure, though. Instead, she hugged me and calmly said, “If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again.” Her words were exactly what I needed to hear. She reminded me that failing wasn’t the end, and I had the chance to try again. Her support gave me the confidence to shake off the disappointment and keep going. 

The second time I went back to take the test, I was still nervous, but I felt stronger. With my mom’s words in my head, I walked into that car more confident, ready to face whatever came my way. And this time, I passed. It wasn’t just about getting my license, it was about realizing that failure doesn’t define you, and with a little encouragement, you can always try again and succeed.