Describe a time when you tried to do something but weren’t very successful. You should say: when this was, what you tried to do, why you were not successful, and explain how you felt about this.

One experience that comes to mind was when I attempted to learn how to play the guitar about two years ago. I was incredibly eager, inspired by my favorite musicians and wanting to play my own favorite songs. I decided to purchase a guitar, signed up for online lessons and even committed to practicing daily. However, despite my enthusiasm, I faced multiple challenges. Firstly, I realized that my finger strength was not sufficient to press down the strings properly, leading to sore fingers and a lot of frustration. Additionally, following the lessons was harder than I anticipated; I struggled particularly with chord transitions, which made it difficult to keep up with the tempo of the songs I wanted to play. This lack of progress became disheartening, as my initial excitement turned into frustration and disappointment. Reflecting on this experience, I felt quite defeated at first. I had invested time, money, and effort, only to find myself still struggling to play a simple tune. Ultimately, I learned that perseverance is key and that it's okay to not succeed at something immediately. This experience has taught me to approach learning new skills with patience and a more positive mindset, recognizing that failure is often just a stepping stone to eventual success.