By Dr. J. Michael Flynn August 2016
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Every day there are people who wake up determined to make a positive difference in their lives and the lives of those they care about. They embrace the attitude that “If it’s to be, it is up to me.” Successful individuals, companies and service organizations share this spirit.
One definition of determination is firmness of purpose. It does require the will to persist in the face of challenges and there will be sacrifices that have to be made for the greater good of your ambition.
With the beginning of school, we have to admire those parents and teachers who are determined to help their children succeed. Numerous studies have found that students who are more involved with their teachers and parents in setting educational goals are more likely to reach their goals.
Having goals in life and being determined to achieve those goals are choices. Have you chosen your goals? Among those to consider are goals to be happy, to be healthy, to do what you love.
Whatever your goals in life, you must have the courage to commit to them with determination. For example, it was the courage and determined actions of our military that accomplished goals of past victories. This determination and courage will always keep the United States strong and with liberties not found in many places on our planet.
The determined purpose of Law Enforcement officers should also be praised. How grateful we are of those men and women when they reach their goals. When you think of their sacrifices you have to go no further than these words, “All gave some - some gave all.”
Smooth sailing to accomplishing our goals is not without troubled waters. They can be navigated with courage and determination. Wake up with determination, commit to it with courage during the day and go to bed with the satisfaction that you gave it your best.
Originally published in POV Magazine