💭 Mistakes Are Proof That You Are Trying – A Creative Reminder by LinesbyDP

Durga Prasad
Jul 6
2 min read

How often do we crumble under the weight of our own mistakes? We see an error, and we assume failure. But what if we flipped the script?

This illustration by LinesByDP delivers a powerful, visual truth—mistakes aren’t signs of failure, they’re milestones of effort.

The image shows a figure diligently working at a desk. Around them lies a trail of crumpled paper balls—each one representing a failed attempt, a rough draft, an idea that didn’t quite land. But look closer: one paper ball arcs through the air and lands right in the bin. A perfect shot. A breakthrough. A win.

🔁 The Journey of Effort and Error

Creativity, problem-solving, innovation—they’re not born perfect. They’re sculpted through iteration. Every crumpled sheet of paper on the floor isn’t just a mistake—it’s a step toward mastery. Each discarded draft means one thing: you’re trying.

Mistakes are not the opposite of success—they’re the path to it. Without those early fumbles, there would be no final draft. No perfect shot. No growth.

This drawing is more than an illustration—it’s a mindset. A daily reminder that the pursuit of excellence is messy, full of trial and error. And that’s okay.

💡 Why This Matters in Today’s World

In a world obsessed with instant results, we often fear mistakes. Social media shows us the polished final product, not the drafts behind it. But real progress doesn’t come in filters—it comes in failed attempts, missed shots, and messy drafts.

Whether you’re writing, coding, designing, or just trying to figure things out—remember: mistakes are data, not defeat.