Persistence
b"Todays show is a solo show where your host talks about persistence, and how this is probably the most singularly most important thing you can possess in your life. Persistence is probably one of the most admirable characters a person can possess.\\xa0 It\\u2019s the ability to be determined to do or achieve something regardless of any setbacks. Now everyone has the ability to set goals, and plans in their life. They set everything up to work perfectly (at least on paper) But once they get into the building process then they find that the words on the bit of paper aren't really working. There are obstacles appearing that they could never have planned for. And that is why persistence is such a vitally important skill that you just have to develop in your own lives. 6 Ways to Develop Persistence The most interesting thing about a postage stamp is the persistence with which it sticks to its job. \\u2013 Napoleon Hill Developing persistence is a master skill to success.\\xa0 It is easier to relax and do nothing, or just live in our comfort zone, rather than face the uncertainty and discomfort of sailing thru our goals.\\xa0 Plus, the idea of failure and hardship is unbearable. But if you want to create change in your life and achieve success, now is the time to develop and master persistence.\\xa0 Here are\\xa0six (6) ways to help you develop persistence: 1. \\xa0Identify Your Wants and Desires If you don\\u2019t know where you are going, you will probably end up somewhere else.\\xa0 \\u2013 Lawrence J. Peter Before you can develop persistence and eventually achieve success, you need to first identify your wants or desires.\\xa0 You can do this by simply writing down specifically all the things you want to have or accomplish.\\xa0 List down all your desires and wants, no matter how impossible they are to achieve in the moment. 2. \\xa0Determine Your Motivation Motivation comes from a deep reason why we want to achieve or have something.\\xa0 If you know why you\\u2019re doing what you\\u2019re doing, it gives you more energy to keep moving. For an instance, you want to publish a book.\\xa0 Creating a book takes time and patience.\\xa0 If you don\\u2019t have enough motivation, a reason why you need to publish the book, you probably can never finish it.\\xa0 But if you\\u2019re motivated by the thought of influencing and teaching millions of readers thru your words, only then will you keep pushing yourself to work on finishing the book. 3. \\xa0Outline Your Definite Action Step Identifying your wants or desires speaks of\\xa0what\\xa0you want to achieve.\\xa0 Determining your motivation shows the reasons\\xa0why\\xa0you want to achieve what you want.\\xa0 Outlining your definite action step is necessary to know\\xa0how\\xa0you will be able to achieve what you want. When you know how to get what you want, it makes it easier to achieve it.\\xa0 To know how, it pays to do some research and planning of what needs to be done on your part.\\xa0 Be specific on each step you need to take.\\xa0 Identify at least two (2) ways and plans on how you can achieve your goals. 4. \\xa0Keep a Positive Mental Attitude The road to success is not easy, in fact, it\\u2019s challenging, this is why only few succeeds.\\xa0 There will be countless times you will be face with defeat and failures that if you are weak, you\\u2019ll be succumbing to negative thoughts of fears and doubts. In order to develop persistence and eventually succeed in your endeavor, always maintain a positive mental attitude, regardless of situation.\\xa0 Keep your thoughts focused on taking action towards your goals.\\xa0 Avoid negative thoughts and feelings for it will ruin your concentration and persistence. 5. \\xa0Build Your Mastermind Group Mastermind Group composes of people who can help you succeed towards your goal.\\xa0 Choose carefully who you will trust as part of your mastermind group.\\xa0 If possible, include only those who can give you unbiased judgments and who has positive mental attitude.\\xa0 You can\\u2019t afford wasting your time listening to cynical advices and pessimist people. \\xa0These types of people won\\u2019t help you succeed; instead, they will drown your energy that can eventually lead to failure. 6. \\xa0Develop Discipline and Habit All your goal-setting and planning will go to waste if you won\\u2019t be able to develop discipline and good habit. Discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishment. \\u2013 Jim Rohn There will be a lot of hindrances that will stop you from moving towards your goal, and without proper discipline, it will be easy for you to sail away.\\xa0 Upholding discipline and good habits can help you stay in the course, even despite difficulties."