
Remember, nothing is to be taken seriously. How did I deal with it? A realistic assessment of the time involved – movies take a long time to make even though they are watched quickly, seeking a certain enjoyment in the process rather than the end result – at least I was learning how to write scripts, having a side plan – I had my third book to write and even something as simple as pleasurable distractions in your life – friends, food, travel can help you overcome it. Frustration saps excitement, and turns your initial energy into something negative, making you a bitter person. I am called extremely lucky, but it took me five years to get close to a release. After books, I set the goal of writing for Bollywood, as I thought they needed writers. From traffic jams to getting that job you deserve, sometimes things take so long that you don’t know if you chose the right goal. Have you ever been frustrated? It happens when things are stuck. And that’s where you want to be.ĭisappointment’ s cousin is Frustration, the second storm. And remember – if you are failing at something, that means you are at your limit or potential.

If challenges could always be overcome, they would cease to be a challenge. Some IITians kill themselves over low grades – how silly is that? But that is how much failure can hurt you. You will want to quit, like I wanted to when nine publishers rejected my first book. What did this failure teach me? is the question you will need to ask. Failure is extremely difficult to handle, but those that do come out stronger. If things don’t go as planned or if you face failure.

“Disappointment will come when your effort does not give you the expected return.
