Failure doesn’t mean...

Failure doesn't mean – you are a failure,

It means – you have not succeeded.
Failure doesn't mean – you accomplished nothing,

It means – you have learned something.
Failure doesn't mean – that you have been a fool,

It means – you had a lot of faith.
Failure doesn't mean – you’ve been disgraced,

It means – you were willing to try.
Failure doesn't mean – you don’t have it,

It means – you have to do something in a different way.
Failure doesn't mean – you are inferior,

It means -- you are not perfect.
Failure doesn't mean – you’ve wasted your life,

It means – you have a reason to start afresh.
Failure doesn't mean – you should give up,

It means – you must try harder.
Failure doesn't mean – you’ll never make it,

It means – it will take a little longer.
Failure doesn't mean – God has abandoned you.

It means – God has a better way for you.