I recently wrote a blog about Decide, Commit, Succeed. I thought I would zero in and drill down a little more on the idea of commitment.
We are all committed to something or someone. In marriage two people make a lifelong commitment to each other. Olympic athletes make a commitment to become world-class athletes in their sport. Many people are committed to their families and to their career’s. Some people are also committed to their faith.
All of us are at different levels and degrees of commitment in each of these areas.
Here are some examples of people that were committed to something:
- Christopher Columbus – Was told his mission or vision was “Quite Impossible”
- Orrville & Wilbur Wright – Were told it is impossible to fly.
- Thomas Edison – Took nearly 1,000 experiments to develop filament for a light bulb.
- Abraham Lincoln – Failed in 12 out of 15 elections in his life.
- John Wesley – Average 5,000 miles a year mostly on horseback and 15 sermons a week.
People that make a difference are committed for the long haul. Even when obstacles get in the way they persevere and keep putting in the work needed to reach their goal.
So, what are you committed to? Here are some closing thoughts on commitment:
- Lasting commitment is making a decision before the solution is found, knowing the principle is right.
- Commitment is the motivator that keeps me moving toward my goal.
- Commitment lets other people know where I stand.
- Commitment gets me started while others stand, and keeps me going while others quit.
- Commitment helps me break through barriers and reach new heights.
- Commitment strengthens relationships.
- Commitment helps me grow.
If you are committed to the right things, it leads to health in all areas of your life.