The greatness of will

If there's one thing I've learned, it's that there can be no greater force in the world than our own willpower.
Often, in my more morbid thoughts I pray for a stronger will. I wish for strength of spirit. As I am now, I find myself often concerned that, well, I'm weak in that department.

Many times, I've shot for the moon. I've aspired and tried, and even when I do enjoy the successes of my attempts, the times when I fail horribly stand out in my mind.

I envy those who don't give up on what they want. I envy that they have the drive to keep trying. And I hate how some of us look at these people who refuse to quit as "stupid" or "obsessed", like knowing what they want and not letting go of it is a disease. At least they're strong in that regard.

Lesson of the moment: Respect those of strong will, even if you don't always agree with them, or they don't always succeed. Aim for the moon, and at least if you miss you'll hit a star.