Determination

This is a topic which I'm familiar with. I think that everyone should go through some form of physical training to appreciate the value of determination.

Before I took up taekwondo, I thought I was determined. But training really toughened me up, not only physically but also mentally. It was not easy getting my black belt. Along the way, there were times when I'd felt like giving up. Sometimes, in the midst of training, I'd think "I'm going to die/I'm dying." But I made it through the training eventually.

As a result of training, I look down on those who give up halfway. I think they are weak. My mind will be screaming "Excuses!" like how Hock Sir always shouts at us when we are gasping and panting and on the verge of fainting/vomitting and we say we are tired. To be pushed to and over the limit has made me harsh on those who give up. I'm admittedly not the most determined person in the world but most sportspersons are. I've proven to myself that with determination, even if you don't meet your target, you'll come close to it. Frankly speaking, I believe that with determination, mountains can be moved and seas can be drained.