To be honest, at first, I doubted if I could pull it off. When I followed the teacher's instructions to make the paper circuit in class, the light was very dim. I also felt like my creation might not be that creative. But hey, it's an art class! Even though I don't have much artistic background, I'm pretty creative! After learning about self-efficacy, I told myself I could do it. I believed in myself. Of course, there were failures along the way. I kept telling myself I could do it and kept trying until I finally succeeded! It boosted my confidence a bit.

Looking back, those moments of doubt were actually pivotal in my growth and final success in making this product. Each setback taught me something new and pushed me to reassess my approach. For example, I knew why the light couldn't be turned on (I put the negative and positive in the wrong direction!). With the knowledge I knew, I would make other products with electrics better. It's funny how failure can sometimes be the greatest teacher. Through embracing these challenges, I've come to realize the importance of persistence and resilience. It's not about getting everything right the first time but rather about the journey of improvement and discovery.

Sometimes, seeing others accomplish what I couldn't makes me anxious, especially when it comes to trying out different creative ideas outside of my comfort zone. I think mindset and self-efficacy play a role here because sometimes I don't believe in myself. But the truth is, I need to believe that I can do it. And it's okay if I can't because what matters more to me is the growth and learning I experience in the process!

If I were to reconsider embracing or avoiding a course or activity, I'd say focus less on the end result, avoid comparing myself to others, and most importantly, believe in myself!