A man s errors are his portals of discovery. Never throw away graded tests for example, until after the semester is well over. Study your missed test items to learn what you did wrong so you can strengthen your skills. Many items, once missed on a test, will be remembered forever. The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.
Procrastination is a deadly habit that stems from perfectionism.
Most dangerous is when you have tied your identity and self-esteem to your academic achievement. Start your projects immediately, reward yourself after each accomplishment, and keep a middle course so that you can enjoy the exhilaration of the journey through college. I m a great believer in luck, and I find the harder I work the more I have of it, by Stephen Leacock.