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title: "Understanding Success: Making Sloppy Mistakes"
description: It’s inevitable that the journey back to school as an adult will bring challenges. How do you embrace these challenges as opportunities for growth?
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# [Understanding Success: Making Sloppy Mistakes](https://blog.reupeducation.com/product/understanding-success-making-sloppy-mistakes)

 Written by [Tess](https://blog.reupeducation.com/product/author/tess) | Mar 22, 2024 9:03:33 PM

 

Sloppy mistakes are not a result of ignorance or lack of skill. They are the result of a lapse in concentration. They are the "oops" moments that make us smack our foreheads in disbelief. How could we have overlooked that? We know better!  
The good news? These mistakes are also incredible learning opportunities. They remind us to remain present and identify the motivations that keep us focused.

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