What are the biggest mistakes people make when they lose patience and how can they avoid making their situation worse?

Have you had an unsettling experience in a room with a history, like finding out someone passed away there? How did it affect you?
Why do incidents like the Supermicro story make people doubt media reports about tech and security, and how should we approach such reports critically?
Is the perception of China as a "copycat" nation damaging its potential recognition for actual technological advancements and innovations?