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The Importance of Persistence

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The Importance of Persistence
Navy SEAL students undergo physical training in Coronado, Calif., on June 22, 2003. Photographer's Mate 2nd Class Eric S. Logsdon/U.S. Navy via Getty Images
Christian Milord
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As we enter the new year of 2025, it might be a good idea to reflect on the past year and examine aspects of our character that could use extra effort in meeting life’s challenges. One of these traits could be persistence.

Christian Milord
Christian Milord
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Christian Milord is an Orange County, Calif.-based educator, mentor, USCG veteran, and writer. He earned his master's degree from California State University–Fullerton, where he mentors student groups and is involved with literacy programs. His interests include culture, economics, education, domestic, and foreign policy, as well as military issues.