Nahum Sutton
Mr. Garrison
10/22/14
English Comp. 1
Determination
Determination: the ability to strive for something no matter how difficult it may be to achieve. Determination is among the most important traits a person can bear. With determination comes strong will, optimism and a good set of priorities. When people are determined, they have the drive to work through difficult times, reaching for their goals and pushing themselves to do their very best. Determination is a very powerful characteristic, one that truly impacts your life.
Determination is the reason why many people have succeeded in life. MLK Jr. faced many adversities when it came to standing up for his race. Demanding equal rights and opportunities became a statement for him during the civil rights movement. But for his dream to come true, he had to be determined. Through determination, you are strengthening your mind, body & soul; which is key to surviving in this world. Another key figure in history that was highly determined to achieve his goals was Nelson Mandela. Mandela, The South African activist helped bring an end to apartheid and has been a global advocate for human rights. Nelson Mandela, born into a time where blacks and many other minorities were frowned upon, and treated poorly; caused for him to want to follow in his father’s footsteps, and do something uplifting for his people, and many other races who are treated horribly. Through determination, he would have never won the rights for many people around the world, while also becoming the first black president of Southern Africa.
Dreams and goals are accomplished when you have the determination to aim for them, working your hardest to do your best. You cannot reach your full potential unless you have the will to do your very best at all times and to work past the many difficulties that will arise along life's path. Being determined gives you the strength to push yourself. Even when you don't want to, just knowing you should, will give you that extra bump in the right direction.
All great achievers in life have made it where they are today due to their hard work, commitment and determination. You cannot simply wake up in the morning and accomplish life's most rigorous task, but you can wake up and decide to work at it. Everything is a work in progress at some point, and with the strength of determination it becomes an achievement in time.
Priorities are a necessity for a determined person, knowing the rank of importance in everything you're doing. Prioritizing your life helps you keep