Maintaining an attitude of discretion requires us to approach each situation responsibly and consider the possible consequences. While we cannot foresee or determine all the consequences, we can evaluate our contributions and make the best possible decisions. Even when we make mistakes, mistakes provide opportunities to learn or adjust methods. A discreet person evaluates such situations and discerns what contributed to failure. Rather than wishing we could erase a mistake, we should discern what caused the problem, and determine how to avoid repeating it. We can become discreet individuals by thinking through situations before, during, and after they occur, which will lead to better decisions in the future.
