Feed Your Focus with Patience and Persistence



Hello, Everyone!

This is very exciting. It has been so long since I have written any content on this website, and I am sincerely grateful to return.

I wanted to educate everyone on how to hold oneself accountable. This is of paramount importance because it sets the trajectory for one's life; however, allowing oneself the time to reflect on well-defined goals is crucial. Furthermore, to fully appreciate success, one must be willing to underscore what they want to accomplish.

In this article, I will discuss how to overcome the biggest barrier to success: lack of focus.

There is a plethora of distractions in one's life, which makes it simple to lose track of what one desires. In academic studies, one must be diligent in completing assignments to fully grasp subject matter. Similarly, in any facet in life, one must be willing to accept the joy, sorrow, difficulties, and triumphs unequivocally.

 "Similarly, in any facet in life, one must be willing to accept the joy, sorrow, difficulties, and triumphs unequivocally."

The best way to stay focused is to place everything in perspective. Begin by underlining what gives you joy. Feed your focus with individuals who are like-minded and possess similar ambitions as you. In fact, the best way to pursue your goals is to bounce ideas off of others. This way, you may have noticed subtleties that you otherwise would not have had you pursued your goals solo.

Patience is key. Just like the ingredients in a delicious bowl of soup, goals coalesce magnificently when given time and consistent effort. It is very easy to get distracted when you do not reap the fruits of your labor instantly. Furthermore, one can become jaded after not having seen promising results after tiresome work; however, this is when you keep your faith, and remain patient. Trust that God has a plan, and that He will guide you to where you belong. Patience is a skill best learned over time, and each moment that tests your patience makes you wiser.

 "Just like the ingredients in a delicious bowl of soup, goals coalesce magnificently when given time and consistent effort. "

Persistence intricately ties in with patience. Moreover, patience is a skill. And acting on the skill is persistence. Hardships will arise. Moments will face you to which you have not previously been exposed. Nevertheless, this is when you muster the courage, and look straight ahead. Successful artists have drawn countless paintings before their stardom, as well as athletes facing rampant rejection; however, neither group gives in to failure. Each group understands great reward comes with sacrifice.

 "Moments will face you to which you have not previously been exposed. Nevertheless, this is when you muster the courage, and look straight ahead."

Understand that each moment in life shapes you into a stronger, and more capable individual. To truly appreciate your destination, you must gain a sound appreciation for the daunting journey. Essentially, the journey tempers you into the kindest, strongest, and well-versed version of yourself.

I hope this article has given you comfort, and wisdom. I wish you peace in whatever feat you seek to accomplish, and above all, give appreciation to God who strengthens us daily. He is the true beauty of our lives.

 "...above all, give appreciation to God who strengthens us daily. He is the true beauty of our lives."

Please comment if you have any input/suggestions; I am eager to hear about your experiences, and viewpoints. I hope you have a peaceful day.

Until next time!

~Christine




Meet the Author

Christine is a recent college graduate and Chemical Engineer who, from her own young adult perspective, offers advice and resources that answer many questions for young adults entering the professional world. She enjoys reading extensively, technology, coding, traveling, pushing herself to try new things, and mentoring college students. She has a passion for self-improvement, and wants to share it with all her peers!

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