Dearest Darling Friends

Motivation is like a spark — bright, exciting… and short-lived.
Resolve begins where motivation dies.

It’s not about how you feel.
It’s about what you’ve decided.

Epictetus said it best —
“First say to yourself what you would be; and then do what you have to do.”

Most people start strong.
But they continue only if the world claps for them.

They act…

• When it’s easy.
• When it feels good.
• When someone is watching.

That’s not resolve.That’s vanity — wearing discipline’s uniform.

Champions work differently.
They decide once… and then quietly honour that decision every single day.

Especially when it hurts.
Especially when it’s boring.
Especially when no one cares.

Resolve doesn’t need applause.
It only needs a reason.

Willpower runs out.
Emotions waver.
But resolve — it stays.

Because resolve isn’t chasing results or recognition.
It’s fulfilling a duty.
It’s living a purpose.

Do you know anyone who lives like this?
If yes, share their story.

And if you are one of them —
Thank you.
You remind us that the strongest voices don’t shout.
They simply show up.

We have all had those days — when the drive is gone, and giving up seems easier.
That’s exactly when something deeper than motivation takes over.
It’s called resolve.

This post is about that quiet power.

Do let me know if this resonates with you.