"Nothing in the world can take the place of Persistence.
Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent.
Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not; the
world is full of educated derelicts. Persistence and determination
alone are omnipotent. The slogan 'Press On' has solved and always will
solve the problems of the human race.” Calvin
Coolidge
Persistence is defined as the quality that allows someone to
continue doing something or trying to do something even though it is difficult
or opposed by other people. The application of persistence to any task,
interaction or goal is often what distinguishes between those who are
successful and those who fail in any endeavor. Indeed, a lack of persistence or
"giving up too soon" is one of the most common reasons for failure in
any endeavor.
Just as fear is a prerequisite for courage, challenge is a
prerequisite for perseverance. Simply measuring how long someone sticks with a
task does not adequately capture the essence of perseverance because continuing
to perform something that is fun or easy does not involve the overcoming of
obstacles or disappointment. Persistence is the iron quality of character.
Persistence is to the character of man as carbon is to steel. It is the
absolutely indispensable quality that goes hand in hand with all great success
in life.
When you are overwhelmed with a problem or difficulty, you do
not have enough time to develop the necessary persistence to deal with the
setback or disappointment. But if you plan in advance for the inevitable ups
and downs of life, when they come, you will be psychologically ready. You will
be prepared.
The courage to persist in the face of adversity and disappointment
is the one quality that, more than anything, will guarantee your success. Your
greatest personal asset can be your willingness to persevere longer than anyone
else. In fact, your persistence is a true measure of your belief in yourself
and your ability to succeed.
The one inevitability in your life is recurring crisis. If
you are living a busy life, you will have a crisis every so often. The only
factor you can control is how you respond to difficulties and setbacks. And the
good news is that every time you respond in a positive and constructive manner,
you become stronger and better and even more capable of dealing with the next
problem or crisis that comes along. Eventually, you will reach a point in life
where you become absolutely unstoppable. You will become the kind of person who
never quits, no matter what the difficulty. No matter what obstacle is put in
your path, you will find a way to go over it, under it, around it, or through
it.
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