Great message!
I've consecutively lost in all initial competitions I've joined and those were painful losses. I started winning when I understood that though I have failed, I am not a failure. Those losses were sources of learning which I used as foundations for succeeding in competitions. I would never have achieved so much if it weren't for those events, but most importantly, I wouldn't have had humility amidst the success if I didn't experience failure.
It may not feel good to fail, but it is part of success. It doesn't necessarily have to break you. You can choose to use it as a trampoline to bounce back higher.
I've been having a rough time lately and your message sort of reminded me of good things so thank you! My upvote doesn't count for much but know that I greatly appreciate your message.
Thank you for your appreciation, I'm glad that somewhat I helped you :)