This is probably the face I gave when I was told to do something, like to come inside when it got dark. I probably also shot this look at those who said I couldn’t do something. Either way, I likely used it often and according to The Husband, I still do. I like to think it’s my determined look. It’s the I’ve-Got-Stuff-To-Do face . . . so watch out.
I think we should all take a picture of ourselves with our best determined look and post it where we’d see it everyday. Mine is on my bulletin board in my office. It’ll serve as a reminder that not only do you have the ability, but you have the drive to accomplish what you set out to do, so get out of the way and do it!
I was determined to get my novel published, and after much personal growth and determination, my book came out two weeks ago. If only I had the motivation to apply the same principles to cleaning out my laundry room.
Do you find it’s easy to stay determined? Any tips?
I love the idea of posting a youthful photo with a determined look. Yours is perfect! Congrats on the release of your novel. I’ll have to check it out.
Thanks, Susan!
Always determined to be more determined, but undermine my determination by trying so hard to be determined. I can’t determine when I’m being determined or when I trying to be determined. Any determinators out there who can help me out? Because I am determined to figure this out!
Congrats on publishing! What a testimony to your determination! Your laundry room is akin to my basement pool table, which I finally cleaned all the piles from last weekend. It wan’t determination – it was spring break, and a promise to my wife to get it done.
I love that photo, April! Determination is easiest when someone is trying to stop us from doing what we want to do. For instance, if your husband told you that you were no longer allowed to clean the laundry room, you’d probably put on that “I’ll show you” face and spiff it up in no time flat. 😀
You might be on to something there, Pat.