Back in the day, I strongly believed that determination was inspired by, and predicated on a strong will.
Willpower, as my High School deputy School Captain often said, was what "enables a bird to fly even with a broken wing. Willpower is what makes an athlete take a rebound shot after failing on the first attempt."
Saying NO
With time however, I have come to realize that determination also depends, sometimes to a larger extent, on an even stronger won't.
This is where the self-discipline component of willpower kicks in.
The ability to unrelentingly say NO to temptations, failure, discouragement, rejection and innumerable other negative reinforcements is an enduring hallmark of a strong character.
Value Systems
Ou actions are mostly informed by our belief and value systems. We often do what we believe is the right thing.
In this regard, we should never stop believing... so long as what we believe is indeed what is right and worthwhile.
Finally, we take time to wind up this post with words from Journey's wildly popular hit song: 'Don't Stop Believing'.
Don't stop believing
Hold on to that feeling
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