“Nothing in this world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful people 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
They say it’s not how good you are, but how good you want to be.
They say it’s all about will power.
I agree.
When the world says, “Give up,” Hope whispers, “Try one more time.”
Hope. Man’s greatest strength and biggest weakness.
People used to believe in the power of intelligence when it came to success in life. IQ was believed to be the determinant factor in the quality of one’s life. Then it kind of changed. Emotional intelligence was found to be more important.
Recently, though, we are beginning to understand that hope is what truly makes the difference.
That’s exactly what I am going to do today! You have given me encouragement, thank you. It was needed. ❤️
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Wow, did you read my mind today? I’m just getting over a week of anxiety paralysis and this is just what I needed to hear. Thanks for the motivation!
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Cristian, I appreciate how you share your personal journey as a writer. Words such as persistence, perseverance, faith, and hope come to mind from your discussion.
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If you had given up all those times, you wouldn’t be here today writing this exact post inspiring others to not give up! Thank you for writing this! Thank you for your perseverance! Thank you!!
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<3
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To have strong endurance in anything in life is an admirable trait. This post definetley displays that good things don’t come easy but it is well worth it in the end as long as you put in the discipline, hard work and willpower.
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There are no short cuts or avoiding putting in the hard yards to achieve what we were born to do. Some people may shine like a shooting star but how often their light fizzles out soon after because they haven’t built solid foundations. The voice in our heads and the unhelpful negativity from those close to us is a constant battle but we need to breakthrough. I believe in hope and I am so thankful to those who don’t give up because the world would be a sadder and bleak place without their contribution. Hang in there, Christian. Not everyone will get you but others will!
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Thanks Cristian. Not too many days go by that I don’t wonder if my business is going to make it. But I made it past the proverbial first year, so might as well keep it up right?
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I’ve read a decent amount of what you publish. Wish my time aloud me to catch it all. I’ve concluded you are older than your years. How many lives have you lived? ; )
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Thank you!
Lots of folks tell me I’m an old soul. But I have no idea how old I am. Sometimes I am childish, reckless, so… I think maturity is relative.
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Wow, well put!
Yeah, I too know the latter you speak of. You are quite welcome.
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True, it’s all about the grind and honesty to yourself, thank you for being positive, it’s contagious.
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I am exactly like you. Many times I am told to stop or to give up writing ✍🏻 but I persevere to exploit my passion, writing ✍🏻 where to tie a knot. No never will!
We will keep going…thanks for sharing ❤️
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Keep going. And never, ever, ever give up. One step at a time. That’s all it takes.
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This is an awesome post! ❤️Thank you ! 🙏
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Thank you! I am glad you enjoyed reading my post.
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Normal is a setting on your dryer. Thank you for the encouragement.
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Thank you! I needed to hear that this morning. :)Jen
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Thank you, Jen!
Keep going.
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This is what I needed more than anything. You write as if you are inside my head, writing my thoughts and feelings. I love how you write and I am so glad you never gave or give up. The voice of reason today
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As hard as it can get sometimes we just have to keep going…
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This post is completely inspiring. Thank you very much for this post. I am trying to launch a blog but it is incredibly hard. But I will persevere. :)
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Well done, keep going! :)
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I remember when we were in elementary school the teacher would say “A quitter never wins and a winner never quits.” Now I see and know why. As always a great post. Blessings and peace.
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Really,You write damn awesome.
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Thank you!
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Kudos to you, keep writing always !
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