The Power Of "Good"

A friend came to me recently, frustrated. Something had gone wrong—plans had fallen through, an opportunity had slipped away, and he was looking for sympathy. But before he could finish his sentence, he stopped himself. “I already know what you’re gonna say,” he said. I raised an eyebrow. “Oh yeah? What am I gonna say?” He sighed. “You’re gonna say good.”

He was right. It’s what I always say. Didn’t get the job? Good. Failed at something? Good. Lost an opportunity? Good.

Not because I enjoy watching people struggle. But because in every setback, there’s something to gain. You didn’t get that promotion? Good—now you have time to sharpen your skills. The mission got canceled? Good—now you can focus on another. Twisted your ankle? Good—time to build your upper body.

Life isn’t about avoiding obstacles. It’s about finding the advantage in every single one. The moment you stop seeing problems as roadblocks and start seeing them as stepping stones, you become unstoppable.

So the next time life throws a curveball, don’t whine. Don’t dwell. Just look it square in the face and say good.