Let's talk about tenacity and perseverance. But unfortunately, in this day and age, they are quickly becoming virtues that are being more and more neglected. In contrast, hard work and sticking to your guns were desirable in the past. Unfortunately, however, anything demanding and strenuous is often frowned upon today. 

It's common for people to whine and complain when things get complicated. We're looking for the easy button and are usually able to find it. But unfortunately, more often than not, the easy way out is to give up and do something else. 

As we're losing our ability to be tenacious and persevere, we're losing out on a lot of good that comes from these vital virtues. We don't feel the pride that comes with hard-earned success. We aren't as productive and have gotten much better at distracting ourselves. We don't get the enormous boost in self-confidence one gets from accomplishing a seemingly impossible task. Could this be part of why we see more cases of depression? It's possible. Feeling self-worth is an essential part of being happy and fulfilled in life. 

The big question then is what can we, as individuals, do to bring back these vital virtues of tenacity and perseverance? 

Start by practicing tenacity yourself daily. Get better at it and stop being distracted or giving up as much. Start small and keep working at it and getting better at it. Learn to persevere when things get hard and do them anyway. Set an example for those around you. Trust me; they will start to notice. 

In addition to setting a good example, share perseverance and tenacity with those around you. If you're a parent, make it a point to teach your children. Make seeing tasks through to the end a requirement in your house. You're teaching your kids necessary life skills that will serve them well throughout school and adulthood. 

Influence those around you. Require tenacity and perseverance when you work with others, teach them, or have them work for you. Practice tenacity and persistence and expect the same from those around you. As they start to notice the many benefits that come from this, they will hopefully begin to practice it more and pass it on to others. 

Don't be afraid to speak out when you see someone giving up too soon or getting distracted too easily. Tenacity and perseverance are vital virtues that are worth bringing back. 

Do your part and watch your own life and those around you change for the better. You may not be able to change the prevalent culture by yourself, but you can change the culture of your family, your business, your workplace, and your small community for the better.

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To Your Success,

Clyde

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