“I Failed!” This strategy is adapted from a warm-up exercise that’s often used in improv classes. Each partner takes a bow or curtsey (being as silly or creative as possible with the movement) and states, “I failed.” The other person claps loudly and exclaims, “You learned!” Practice this exercise multiple times until it becomes comfortable. The next time either of you feels like a failure, take a bow and say, “I failed.” The other person will respond by clapping and saying, “You learned!” This activity may seem silly, but it is effective at changing patterns and learning to accept failure as
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