April 11, 2024

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"I used to think I was a failure. But I opened my eyes and gained a new perspective."

Failing can be a magical experience if you let it. Chasing status and rewards made Rob Teszka feel like a failure at school and in his career. But when he became a magician, his perspective changed. Performing illusions made his life feel more real.

During his talk for our Vancouver chapter, Rob does a bit of sleight of hand and shares his journey of failures and discoveries. Watch this wildly entertaining talk and you’ll be amazed that embracing your failures (instead of wallowing in them) can lead to happiness.

This talk was suggested by Rick Etkin.

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