As you spent some time yesterday reflecting on stories of perseverance, including your own, take some time today thinking of more examples of when you persevered in difficult situations. What were the first steps you took in each of those situations?

Situation 1:

First Step:

Situation 2:

First Step:

Situation 3:

First Step:

Now that you have it written out in black and white, do you see any commonalities in the first steps you take in persevering against the odds?

Now the key is to apply what you’ve learned and take a first step to persevere through a challenge you are currently facing.

What’s your current situation?

What first step will you take?