The many things we would accomplish in life if we never give up, the possibilities are endless. As I sit here and reflect on life, my mind goes back to a time when I was younger, when I first learned about the idea of perseverance. It first started when my dad began to teach me how to play the drums when I was only two years old. I still remember him setting up the drumset in our old apartment in Tacoma across the street from Lincoln High School. I wasn’t the best player initially, and I could’ve decided to give up at that time and do something else, but I stuck with it. I started to watch other drummers so I could learn and improve. Eventually, I joined the jazz band in school and kept practicing, and I got better over time. Even though, during that time when I was a child, I wasn’t aware of the valuable tool I was developing. Looking back, I realize that there is tremendous power in persevering even when you feel like all hope is lost.
We all go through life afraid of failure, but failure is all a part of growth. To grow, you’re going to have to experience some suffering along the way. But if you continue to persevere during this time, learn, and find opportunities for improvement. Those inconveniences will subside, and you will be happy that you decided to show steadfastness. It’s never too late to pursue your passions and do what you love. The most gratifying thing one can experience is to see their dream becoming a reality.
Every day that we wake up, we have an opportunity, a blank canvas. We can decide to paint whatever masterpiece that we want. Use the gifts that you were born with and begin to cultivate and perfect your craft. When you experience any negativity from the media or other people in your life that don’t want to see you win, disregard it. Then regain your focus and determination to see your chosen endeavor through to fruition. I believe that you can achieve whatever you decide to accomplish. Just remember that it will take perseverance, but as you continue to press forward, you will become more powerful, and nothing will be able to stop you. Until next time, may you be encouraged to pursue your dreams. Be you. Be great.
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