From “Why Me?” to “What Now?” | A Powerful Thomas Edison Story

What if the worst thing happening to you right now is not the end of your story?A layoff.A failed plan.A business setback.A moment where everything you built suddenly feels uncertain.Welcome to the Simerjeet Singh podcast. In this short episode from the Stories That Move series, Simerjeet Singh shares a powerful reflection inspired by Thomas Edison’s response to one of the biggest setbacks of his life.This episode will help you reflect on:How to shift from a victim mindset to a creator mindsetHow to reframe failure without denying the painWhy perspective under pressure can change what happens nextHow resilience helps you move from reaction to actionWhy some endings create the space for a stronger beginningIf you are going through a difficult phase, this self-development podcast episode is a reminder that resilience is not about pretending everything is fine.It is about asking a better question:Not “Why is this happening to me?” — but “What can I build from here?”Sometimes, the chapter you never chose becomes the one that changes you most.Follow the Simerjeet Singh podcast for more stories and reflections on resilience, growth mindset, leadership, and navigating change with greater strength and clarity.