history: I got my promotion results back the other day and I didn't get selected. I was so angry! I got my promotion results back the other day and I didn't get selected. I was so angry because I know I am a great employee. Sorry about that. Did you talk to your manager to understand why you did got selected?
current: I did talk to my manager about it and he had some kind words to say. Turns out she was better qualified than I. I just have to work harder!
next: I hope you get it next year. Good luck.