Self-doubt is common when our efforts fail to bring results. Failure is a rock in our shoe that nags us until we find relief. At first, failure to achieve our desired end will elicit careful scrutiny (What can I do better?) and resumed commitment (How can I try harder?). Success may be achieved--straight As, an athletic scholarship, perfect Sunday school attendance--but the real goal--a happy family, an end to the abuse, or relief from the pain--is always out of reach.