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184 THINK AND GROW RICH
196 h. HABIT. Persistence is the direct result of habit. The mind absorbs and be-
197 comes a part of the daily experiences upon which it feeds. Fear, the worst of all
198 enemies, can be effectively cured by forced repetition of acts of courage. Every-
199 one who has seen active service in war knows this.
200 Before leaving the subject of PERSISTENCE, take inventory of yourself, and
201 determine in what particular, if any, you are lacking in this essential quality.
202 Measure yourself courageously, point by point, and see how many of the eight
203 factors of persistence you lack. The analysis may lead to discoveries that will give
204 you a new grip on yourself.
SYMPTOMS OF LACK OF PERSISTENCE
205 Here you will find the real enemies which stand between you and noteworthy
206 achievement. Here you will find not only the "symptoms" indicating weakness of
207 PERSISTENCE, but also the deeply seated subconscious causes of this
208 weakness. Study the list carefully, and face yourself squarely IF YOU REALLY
209 WISH TO KNOW WHO YOU ARE, AND WHAT YOU ARE CAPABLE
210 OF DOING.
211 These are the weaknesses which must be mastered by all who accumulate riches.
212 1. Failure to recognize and to clearly define exactly what one wants.
213 2. Procrastination, with or without cause. (Usually backed up with a formidable
214 array of alibis and excuses).
215 3. Lack of interest in acquiring specialized knowledge.
216 4. Indecision, the habit of "passing the buck" on all occasions, instead of facing
217 issues squarely. (Also backed by alibis).
218 5. The habit of relying upon alibis instead of creating definite plans for the
219 solution of problems.
220 6. Self-satisfaction. There is but little remedy for this affliction, and no hope for
221 those who suffer from it.