What is the greatest obstacle to success?

What is the greatest obstacle to success?

A Poem by Shavon D. Bethel
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Success, Success, Success!

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The greatest obstacle to success is often self-doubt, and it affects us all. However, encountering challenges shouldn't deter you from pursuing your dreams or lead you to take the easy way out. One valuable skill that anyone can develop is perseverance, which is defined as persistence in doing something despite difficulties or delays in achieving success. To cultivate this skill, you need patience, determination, and consistent practice. Perseverance helps you focus on solutions rather than problems and encourages you to consider the bigger picture instead of abandoning a task or responsibility midway. Success doesn't come quickly at any stage in life; numerous hurdles must be overcome before reaching your goals. Being persistent is essential, as it distinguishes success from disappointment. Do you tend to give up too soon? Every successful person has faced failure at some point�"and many have encountered it multiple times. Part of achieving success involves learning from your failed attempts and continuing to push forward, understanding that failure is a necessary part of the journey.

© 2025 Shavon D. Bethel


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Added on January 29, 2025
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Shavon D. Bethel
Shavon D. Bethel

Ontario, Canada



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I am a person who maintains a positive outlook on every aspect of life. There are many things I enjoy doing, seeing, and experiencing. I like to read and write, think and dream, talk and listen. I app.. more..

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