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Information about being persistent:
Being persistent is a skill that can help you to reach a goal, get what you desire and can even be a means by which you assert yourself in the face of stubborn or difficult people. The application of persistence to any task, interaction or goal is often what distinguishes between those who are successful and those who fail in any endeavor. Indeed, a lack of persistence or "giving up too soon" is one of the most common reasons for failure in any endeavor.
This article covers the role of persistence in accomplishing a goal, overcoming failure and getting what you want in interactions with other people.
Steps on how to be persistent:
1: Set a goal. Be specific about what results you want to achieve. Be specific about the time frame in which you wish to achieve your goal or results. As well as setting a goal, make sure it is something you can reasonably accomplish.
2: Break the goal down into smaller pieces. Smaller pieces are easier to manage and easier to accomplish, and they'll give you a feeling of accomplishment sooner.
Divide it by time. Tackle a task in 15-minute or one-hour pieces. If you're trying to change your habits, go for one day, then another.
Example: First "a hug" then a "kiss" then a "tungkiss" then "sex"
3: Do a little bit. Five minutes, three times per week is better than nothing, and it might not seem so difficult. Then, build up from there.
4: Learn what motivates you. Do you love the satisfaction of a job well done? See if you can improve upon your previous attempts. Do you enjoy the attention or praise of others? Plan to show off your work when you're done, or demonstrate it as you go.
5: Put a reminder somewhere prominent. Are you trying to save money to buy a house? Put a photo of your dream home on your bathroom mirror––or in front of your credit card.
Accepting Failure Is An Important Thing To Accept!
Accept that failure happens. The most successful people in life have all failed. The difference between them and people who live in fear of failure is that successful people face the failure, learn from it and use it to spur their next attempt. They persist because they know that failure is simply part of achievement. For yourself, learning to perceive failure as a natural part of the road to success is the key to thriving. Ask yourself:
What is my attitude to failure? Am I avoiding it by never persisting at anything? Am I scared of failing?
Am I using a fear of failure to avoid being persistent in my current goals and actions? Is my success rate reflecting this?
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