Today's Fortune Cookie:

[cerulean_sky]

"Do not fear failure."

Somehow, this was even funnier when read aloud.

On the other hand, taken seriously, and applied to, say... writing, it's a good sign. At least I'm taking it as one.

Also, Alpha peoples... have you ever tried to explain to someone why rejections are a good thing? o.O I tried today. He didn't get it. At all.

Comments

[cheshibisky.livejournal.com]

Dude. I wouldn't even be able to explain it to myself.

[notadoor.livejournal.com]

Well, form rejections aren't great, but they're necessary steps of the process. Personal rejections are like getting the understudy to a Broadway part; no one's going to know you exist, but you're just below top-notch, and you can probably sell your talents in a slightly less competitive venue. At the very least, the director might remember you next time around.

And in fortune cookie news, I found out tonight that my (65 year old) dad plays the "in bed" game with his fortunes.

Creeeeeeeeeeeeeeeepy.

[elfypiratequeen.livejournal.com]

*snicker*

In bed.

Rejections are good because...um...they're normal? They let you know that the world is flowing smoothly? You play the points game with yourself? Huh.

[ea14spk68weeper.livejournal.com]

Why are rejections a good thing?