Be motivated by doing great on what you thought was going to be difficult even if did not make it to the top, but the fact that you did it and tell yourself you are going to do better next time.
Praise yourself by doing what you are not good at first time and achieving
Never compete with anyone but yourself if need to punish someone be the first one before someone.
Work hard, try new skills and go for the working one.
Partner with the naturally smart peers and gain experience if possible.
Correct on personal activities and cut what is not necessary