Episode 4

Lessons from Failure — How Setbacks Shape Success

Failure. Mistakes. Wrong turns. We’ve all faced them and most of us have tried to run from them. But what if setbacks weren’t meant to define us… what if they were meant to teach us?

In this episode of Put it in a Bubble, Marilyn explores how failure is never final — it’s feedback. Through personal stories and practical steps, she unpacks how mistakes can become lessons, why adopting a growth mindset changes everything, and how to move forward wiser, stronger, and more resilient.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • Why failure isn’t the opposite of success, but part of the journey
  • The power of a growth mindset when facing setbacks
  • How to extract the lessons hidden in mistakes and wrong turns
  • Practical ways to forgive yourself, reframe failure, and rise again
  • Why progress matters more than perfection

Key Quote:

“Failure isn’t final. It’s feedback. And when you choose a growth mindset, every setback becomes a steppingstone.”

If you’ve ever felt weighed down by your mistakes or fearful of failing again, this episode will encourage you to shift your perspective, learn the lesson, and keep moving forward.

🎧 Listen now and discover how to turn your setbacks into your steppingstones.

About the Podcast

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Put it in a bubble
Heartfelt conversations to help you let go and move forward.

About your host

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Marilyn Barker

Certified Business and Motivational Coach. Wife and Mom. Living with Depression and anxiety and helping others know they are not alone. Marilyn started her own business in 2006 after ending up in the hospital after a mental break. She prides herself on learning and overcoming hardships she has faced in her life. She is helping others see that there can be a life worth living even when you have struggles with mental health.