When there is a mistake in the game, or even half a mistake, I think I'm quite smart enough to know that I could have, and should have, done better in the situation.
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I was always respectful to Arsene and I think he respected me for that. We had a good relationship and understanding. We spoke a lot after going through many ups and downs and, overall, I'm very proud of the way I finished my career with Arsenal.
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When I played for Arsenal, like once per month, you always had this feeling you had to perform.
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You have to just keep working hard and hopefully it will pay off.
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When I came to Swansea, no one said to me: 'Whatever happens you're going to be No. 1.' But I felt I would at least have the chance to start or be given an opportunity and then it would be up to me to take it.
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Over the years I think I have developed a better understanding of being a goalkeeper - and I mean on and off the pitch. I mean how to deal with certain situations, how to prepare myself for games, how to read the game. I think I needed to leave Arsenal to do that.
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Having grown up in Poland, it is a dream come true for me to be playing every week in the Premier League as the No. 1 goalkeeper.
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As an athlete living in a very competitive environment there are always times when you are questioned. It's up to you to prove people wrong and I really enjoy that.
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I've had some bad moments in my career and maybe I started to really understand the game a bit later than some.