Learning from our mistakes...

Life isn't about perfection, nor is it about striving to be perfect.  Life should be about getting back up, brushing yourself off, and  starting over again.  Never give up if you disappoint yourself, just try again, and try harder, much harder.  Don't listen to naysayers.  Don't keep negative energy in your life, but keep the people who push you up after you fall.  Keep those that cheer you on close to you and those who don't far away.  Don't be afraid to tell someone their effects on you. Don't be afraid to say goodbye.  Don't be afraid to hurt.
Hurting is often part of the process of learning from your mistakes.  Learning from our mistakes is the only way to even grow, to even become as close to perfect as humanly possible.  There is no such thing as perfect, but that doesn't mean you should give up.  Always reach toward your dreams and goals.  Don't give up just because it seems impossible or because someone is letting you down.  Push through and you will succeed.