I was told during one of my times of open introspection that I will learn “PATIENCE” alongside some other areas. Wow! The source of this advice and wisdom clearly were talking to the wrong guy. I have never been patient. Now, I have learned to endure frustration and unanticipated delays but patience as a virtue has never been part of my character make up.
No matter what our personality make up or anything else, we must stay dedicated to the proposition that we can and we will succeed. Time will move forward whether we are patient or impatient however there is no greater demonstration of who we are as people as “DEDICATION.” When we said “I DO” to our wives we remain dedicated to her well-being. When our children are born we are ‘DEDICATED” to their nurture and training and love. When we commit ourselves to hitting the stage in bodybuilding we essentially declare that we are “DEDICATED” to do our best. We turn on the gas and we don’t step off the track until it is done. Win lose or draw, this is what we set out to do and we do it because we are “DEDICATED.” It doesn’t mean we are going to win. We will be the same person inside and out either way. But, the act of ‘DEDICATION” and follow through changes us in ways that are immeasurable. We are the same people with a new grasp of what it takes to be great.
“DEDICATION” begins in our hearts and minds in silence and solitude. This is where it all begins. Once “DEDICATION” has taken hold the focus, the plan, and the effort begins no matter how long it takes.
My Parting Shot Is: ALWAYS FINISH WHAT YOU START. Do not listen to naysayers of any stripe. Stay the course and let the chips fall where they may. ‘DEDICATION” is required and ‘PATIENCE” is optional. Go on the attack from the beginning until the end. Win, lose, or draw.
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