It’s no surprise to encounter setbacks along the way. So when they arise we have an observation to make…
Are they temporary setbacks or permanent setbacks?
A broken guitar string is a temporary setback. A sound system lighting on fire is a permanent one.
The lawyer wanting to take one more week with the contract is a temporary setback. Storming into the lawyers office screaming your grievances and shutting down the deal, that’s a permanent one.
Temporary setbacks are uncomfortable and annoying but if we’re patient and diligent we don’t have to adjust course very much.
Permanent setbacks are painful and have fallout and often redirect the path.
