Fail, Fail Again, Fail Better: Wise Advice for Leaning into the Unknown

When her granddaughter was accepted to Naropa University, the celebrated author Pema Chdrn promised that shed speak at the commencement ceremony. Fail, Fail Again, Fail Better contains the wisdom shared on that day. What do we do when life doesnt go the way we hoped? begins Pema We say, Im a failure. But what if failing wasnt just okay, but the most direct way to becoming a more complete, loving, and fulfilled human being? Through the insights of her own teachers and life journey, Pema Chdrn offers us her heartfelt advice on how to face the unknownin ourselves and in the worldand how our missteps can open our eyes to see new possibilities and purpose. For Pemas millions of readers, prospective graduates, or anyone at a life crossroads, this gem of clarity and reassurance is sure to find a welcome place in many a kitchen, office, and backpack.