Journal Writing Prompt: Persistence
“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
We’ve all heard the phrase “persistence pays off”. Former President Coolidge adds to this by saying that persistence and determination are really the deciding factors in whether you accomplish what you set out to do or if you fail. In your journal, contemplate whether you agree with this statement. Does persistence and determination alone make all the difference? Or, is there something more that comes into play?
Journal Writing Prompt Bonus: Think about a time in your life when you succeeded due to your own persistence and determination. What made you so persistent? What was it about the situation that gave you the resolve and determination to succeed, no matter what obstacle was thrown in your path? Write about that in your journal. Then, consider a time when you were determined, but, you still failed at the task you set out to do. What was the difference between the two situations?
Happy Journaling!
Dee
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