We all have things that we want to improve about ourselves. Some of these things are within our control, and some of them are not. The things that we can change are called the shortcomings. These are the areas where we can work hard, learn new skills, adopt new habits, or seek help from others. For example, if we are not good at math, we can practice more, take a course, or hire a tutor. If we are shy, we can join a club, talk to strangers, or see a therapist. These are the shortcomings that ...