Tenacious is defined as persistent and cohesive, 'not easily pulled apart,' <webster online.> That is, continuing (think "ain't no one gonna slkow me down, oh no, I've got to keep on moving!") I normally think of tenacious in the negative sense, like the people who sell you hand lotion from the carts in malls. It brings about an unpleasant irritatedness. But I would love more tenaciousness in my life! What would our friendships be like if we were more tenacious with them? How about our relationship with God, and those little projects that never seem to get done? Of course, it is not a cure-all, for I'm sure we can all cite examples of when someone 'just won't quit,' when in our eyes, it's all in vain. The song I quoted, both versions that I know, were very encouraging to me in jr high/high school, especially when running. The upbeat tempo helped, too. It always helps when you can see the finish line, or can approximate how far it is. That's not always the case. Like when I was bored at work yesterday, I started to get an attitude, but then was reminded that I have it good. This is about the least (physically) laborious job I've ever had, and the mental toll it takes is one I'd much rather pay. I'm happy to have a job, period. And it doesn't hurt to be pretty independent, either. I recognize the need and importance of others in my life, but I'm just glad I don't have anyone (like kids) depending on me. I think I am hesitant and too easily distracted sometimes. I need to be more grounded and loyal. Loyalty. I never really thought of loyalty much, but a near antonym of persitent is disloyal, and I think I sometimes give up too easily (on others.) OK, maybe not give up, but give a break. There is noone that I will not talk to. I just sometimes avoid getting too close or am sometimes too easy on my friends. By that, I mean I'm like a turtle, choosing to hide and hope the best for the situation, not knowing when to open my mouth. (other times there are things I shouldn't have said. . .) All I know is I'm trying, and listening to God, and being more honest with myself and others.
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