The One You Feed

Failure as Fertilizer: Learning to Bloom Again with Debbie Millman

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May 27, 2025
In this lively conversation, Debbie Millman, a longtime host of Design Matters and acclaimed designer, shares her insights on using failure as a stepping stone to personal growth. She discusses how gardening reflects life's challenges and the enriching lessons learned from failures. Debbie emphasizes the value of embracing being a beginner, especially later in life, and the importance of external support in overcoming obstacles. Filled with reflections on resilience and the transformative power of nature, this dialogue inspires listeners to cultivate their own growth.
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INSIGHT

Effort and Environment in Growth

  • Success in growth requires combining persistent effort with suitable environmental conditions.
  • Simply trying without adapting to circumstances won't guarantee growth or success.
ANECDOTE

Gardening Sparked New Attempts

  • Debbie Millman struggled to try new things but found courage through gardening to start unfamiliar endeavors.
  • She now consistently learns new skills like French and getting in shape.
INSIGHT

Value Beyond Skill Level

  • Being bad at a new activity does not define your self-worth or value.
  • Enjoying the process matters more than innate talent or quick mastery.
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