Published On: Thu, Sep 20th, 2012

Correcting Your Mistakes

By Dr. Synesio Lyra, Jr.

It has been said by several authors and public speakers that most problems have within themselves the seeds of their own solution. And this may be true in several instances, if those faced with the problem diligently look for such hints.

In a sense, the same may be applicable to certain mistakes one makes.  Unless the consequence of a mistake is complete damage, a correction can easily be sought and found, whatever the cost might be!

We all make mistakes. Some make them repeatedly. Some are very innocent, while others may be more difficult, or even impossible, to resolve. Whatever be the case, anybody responsible for any mistake should attempt with diligence to correct the situation or condition affected.

This thought came to me in a new light, suddenly, when I made a wrong turn while driving northward. I knew exactly where I needed to go. Nevertheless, instead of going a few extra miles in the correct direction, I mistakenly turned right, proceeding toward the east.

As soon as I realized I had made that mistake, I could’ve quickly made a U-turn. However, my thinking reminded me that I could still proceed that way and, eventually, take the opportunity of getting into other streets which would bring me to my planned destination without any problem!

That was simple and easy; the mistake was not that significant. Yet, that simple experience brought to mind the reminder that any mistake is always worthy of correction. Especially the major ones should not be perpetuated; a solution is always possible. In all circumstances a mistake committed should be rectified by prompt, honest actions!

Nothing is ever solved when kept hidden, be it under a rug or elsewhere. Silence, which can be golden in many circumstances, is never the answer to such plight.  Ignoring a mistake will never eliminate its reality and the consequences it inevitably carries.

Confessing an error, openly acknowledging a mistake, adds urgency to the situation. It aids in its resolution far more than any attempt at concealing or ignoring it. Courageously admitting to it, and seeking aid from others in its correction, brings the desired results, not to mention the personal advantages and a greater sense of peace to the one who acted honestly in this regard!

There’s no need to fix what is not broken, but what requires appropriate action needs to be tackled, the sooner, the better, for the benefit of the one who made the mistake and for the sake of others who may have faced any disadvantage on account of miscalculations which led to such error!

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