IF by Rudyard Kipling

The Importance of Self-Control

• Keep your head and calm when others around you are losing theirs and blaming you for their problems.
• Trust yourself even when others doubt you, but also consider their doubts and be open to their perspectives.
• Be patient and don't get tired of waiting, even when things are not going your way.

Dealing with Adversity

• Don't lie or deceive others, even when you're being lied about or hated.
• Don't give in to hate or negative emotions, even when faced with adversity.
• Stay humble and don't appear too good or wise, as this can lead to arrogance.

Balancing Ambition and Humility

• Dream and have goals, but don't let them control you.
• Think and have ideas, but don't make them your sole purpose.
• Treat success and failure equally, and don't let either one define you.

Coping with Criticism and Failure

• Be prepared to hear your own words twisted and used against you.
• Be willing to rebuild and start again when things don't go as planned.
• Don't brag about your successes or complain about your losses.

Building Resilience

• Take risks and gamble with your accomplishments, but be prepared to lose and start again.
• Force yourself to be strong and courageous, even when it's difficult.
• Develop resilience and perseverance in the face of adversity.