Conviction

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The web content discusses the importance of personal conviction as a driving force in life, inspiring individuals to overcome obstacles and pursue their imagined life.

Abstract

The article titled "Conviction" delves into the concept of deeply held beliefs, emphasizing that conviction is the key motivator that propels individuals to achieve greatness and face challenges. It suggests that personal beliefs shape our choices and that aligning with these convictions can lead to a more fulfilling life. The author, Steph Thompson, reflects on the role of conviction in our daily lives and challenges readers to examine their own beliefs and the faith they place in them. The piece also acknowledges the influence of other writers, such as Melissa Coffey and Galit Birk, PhD, in prompting the exploration of personal convictions through writing exercises like the Etheree poem.

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The author believes that conviction is a fundamental aspect of human drive, essential for getting out of bed in the morning and striving for more.
Thompson posits that conviction can lead individuals to make significant life choices, including walking away from love, to stay true to their beliefs.
The article implies that personal conviction can be the catalyst for transforming one's life into the one they've dreamed of.
It is suggested that introspection about one's convictions can reveal what is holding them back from their desired life path.
The author expresses gratitude towards other writers for inspiring personal growth and creativity through writing prompts and challenges.

Embracing the life you imagined

What is there to gain by living your life fearing rather than finding something bigger to embrace and believe in? For even the greatest of men, the bravest, most powerful women are nothing apart from faith in something

Ever notice how every great story has an overcomer? An altruistic hero or heroine who rises above, despite the odds?

They all have one thing in common: they’re motivated by conviction.

Simply put, a conviction is a deeply held belief.

Humans are driven by conviction. It’s what gets us out of bed in the morning. What spurs us to achieve, overcome hindrances, shed comforts. We’ll even walk away from love before forsaking our personal conviction.

It’s that powerful.

So, as you’re reading this, as you consider this month’s Being Known writing prompt…Dare to imagine, I challenge you to consider your own convictions.

Ask yourself…

What shaped your beliefs? What are you putting your faith in?

What choices have you made as a result?

Is your life unfolding as you imagined?

If not, what’s holding you back?

Perhaps embracing your personal conviction(s) is the key to unlocking a life greater than you dare to imagine!

Thank you, Melissa Coffey for the challenge (below) to write an Etheree poem. I love learning new forms of poetry, and this one was both challenging and fun. Check out Melissa’s article for more detail.

Also thanks to Galit Birk, PhD for this month’s Being Known writing prompt: dare to imagine. I tag the following to join in this month’s fun! Sarah L. Harvey Heather M. Shrum Aceline Lavanya Haikuster JD Greyson Iva Hotko

Steph Thompson is a CPA turned poet and writer of largely fictional things. Her novel, Sweet Disaster — a Contemporary Romance — is due out in Spring 2022. Follow her on Twitter and Instagram to learn more.

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