Challenges and issues are inherent parts of humans’ daily life. However, it depends on people’s mindset and perspectives toward the problem they are facing that might determine their response and actions, and thus affect the solution and the final results. Setting up a growth mindset, even struggle could be seen as opportunities to grow and develop, and in that critical time, individuals could find additional strength to solve their issues and to come back from the ground. One of the most pivotal characteristics that individuals need to bear in mind is perseverance. After all, it is not a fight between oneself against others, but a battle between an individual versus himself/herself, and perseverance could lead oneself to be the winner.
There are many inspiring and motivating quotes and an example regarding perseverance and willingness to fight. In this post, the author would like to present some selected quotes as motivation and a reminder for the author personally, and for the readers generally. The first highlighted quote comes from Winston Churchill which says, “success is not final, failure is not fatal, it is the courage to continue that count”. While there is still a question of whether the words are truly coming from Churchill, nevertheless it is still worth noting the quotes as motivation during hard times, particularly in transition or changing phases in someone’s life. It makes individuals down to earth, be humble, and keep the focus on what they are doing in the time of success, and maintain the courage and brave heart during the time of striving to get back in tune immediately. The courage to continue could be seen as a way to adapt and catch up with the situation, to learn and improve all the time and at any opportunity.
The second line comes from the Captain Fantastic (2016) movie. In one of the final scenes, it is said, “always take the high road”. According to Cambridge English Dictionary, this idiom is defined as behaving in a moral way when other people are not behaving morally. In other words, it is the integrity and the courage to embrace the process in appropriate ways and in accordance with the applicable rules under any circumstance that an individual encounter to achieve certain goals or positions. This kind of trait and characteristic would eventually bring an individual into success and pay for their efforts with rewards. In addition, it could further be linked with Zig Zigler’s quote which says, “It’s your attitude, not your aptitude that will determine your altitude”. It reminds us to maintain moral values and appropriate actions in any kind of situation that we experience since we know that by keeping these in mind, we could be more careful and aware in our decisions, and further will lead us to the accomplishment of our objectives.
Moreover, it could be inferred from certain movies and anime some inspiring and encouraging figures, for instance from Luffy in One Piece, and Naruto anime. While it is admitted that both characters are fictional, nonetheless, it is imperative to note that both figures reflect a good example of a fighting spirit that never gives in and quits the battles. The determination that is shown in their stories could inspire people who are in battles with their struggles in real life and encourage individuals to keep going on with their lives, since the paths will eventually be paved, and the favor is there for those who never quit.
In conclusion, it should be noted that determination could lead individuals to reach the optimum point of their potential. Perseverance leads to a willingness to make the most of an individual’s resources to live on the right track, to do the necessary tasks as part of his/her efforts, to win against himself/herself, and to accomplish the ultimate goals that will finally be rewarded with the worth and appropriate gifts.
Reference
Cambridge English Dictionary
Ross, M. (Director). (2016). Captain Fantastic. Electric City Entertainment.
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