Simon Cowell has revealed that he chooses to see purpose in life’s toughest moments.
talk on The rest is an entertainment podcastthe music mogul spoke about his outlook on failure, missed opportunities and personal setbacks, explaining that he firmly believes everything unfolds exactly as it should.
When asked what he learned from his “biggest mistake,” Cowell admitted that his perspective is rooted in fate.
“I believe in destiny,” he added.
the Factor X The judge went on to explain how fatherhood, especially his relationship with his 11-year-old son Eric, whom he shares with fiancée Lauren Silverman, has reshaped the way he views past difficulties.
“I always use Eric as an example, where there were certain things in my life that were bad,” Coyle said.
But he added that those difficult moments ultimately led him to where he is today.
According to Cowell, even the painful classes were necessary because “this is your destiny.”
He noted that Eric “was born on a certain day at a certain time,” and if events had unfolded differently, his son might not have been born.
“If things had gone differently, I don’t think he would still be here,” Cowell continued, concluding that this belief leaves little room for regret.
“So you can’t really complain too much about your remorse.”