In her book "The Rise: Creativity, the Gift of Failure, and the Search for Mastery," author Sarah Lewis explores the profound relationship between creativity and the acceptance of failure. She emphasizes that making mistakes is an essential part of the creative process. It’s through these errors that individuals can discover new paths and ideas, allowing for growth and exploration in their artistic endeavors.

Lewis highlights a poignant quote by Scott Adams, stating, "Creativity is allowing yourself to make mistakes. Art is knowing which ones to keep." This suggests that while creativity thrives on experimentation and risk-taking, true artistry comes from the discernment to identify and preserve the most valuable outcomes from within those mistakes. This interplay between creativity and refined judgment is vital for achieving mastery in any creative pursuit.