The word “perseverance” in Latin means, “one who sees through to the end,” or “one who doesn’t yield”. The Britannica Dictionary defines perseverance as the quality that allows someone to continue trying to do something even though it is difficult. The APA Dictionary of Psychology defines perseverance as the quality or state of maintaining a…
The world of biography is rich with examples of great persons who were not guided by moderation at all but by their strong believes. Many of these people broke with convention and challenged the status quo. They followed their dreams, giving their finest efforts, not in moderation but wholeheartedly and without reservation. Such great persons…
Positivity is the practice or tendency to be positive or optimistic in life. Those who have a positive outlook to life engage in positive thinking. Positive thinking, or an optimistic attitude, is the practice of focusing on the good in any given situation. It is an entire approach to life. It means focusing on the…
Meditation may be understood as profound and extended contemplation or reflection in order to achieve focused attention or an otherwise altered state of consciousness and to gain insight into oneself and the world. Traditionally associated with spiritual and religious exercises, meditation is now also used to provide relaxation and relief from stress. Thus, the purpose…
Forgiveness has been found to be important for human social functioning within and across cultures. Forgiveness is a concept that is central to almost all religious tenets across the globe. There is no universally accepted definition of forgiveness as it is a complex subject. However, some components of forgiveness that are generally agreed upon include:…