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The overall message of this video is that this is your life, so make your dreams come true. Just because other people give up in life doesn't mean you should, be driven to succeed and get what you want out of life.

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In this article it says that the power of determination is what keeps us from giving up on our dreams and goals. However, persistence is also a key in determination in that "we continue forward no matter what internal and external struggles we face." One of the main ideas in this article is that "every action you take creates progress, and only quitting halts progression." This article relates to the theme of determination by showing that even though Junior has many internal and external challenges it will not stop him from what he wants out of life. Junior has the choice to either try and work for success or sit back and be lazy, he chooses to persist and drive for success.

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The word "power" is most often associated with fantasy or science fiction. Reality rarely caters to the mystical components of our minds. Even in the face of harsh realism, there are some everyday phrases that use the term "power". "The power of money" or "the power of LOVE," are both common similes indicating some form of indescribable influence you may have on your life. While these cannot be harnessed like in the Force from Star Wars or the magic seen in The Lord of the Rings, these powers can be harnessed internally to make us better than we are and to help us achieve the success we desire. But which of these believed "powers" is the most beneficial for your life?

Unlike all the rest, the power of determination is the phrase meant to keep us from giving up. According to Steve Pavlina, in his article, Self-Discipline: Persistence, it is the means by which we continue forward no matter what internal and external struggles we face.

As with all things in life, there is a swing effect. At first, everything is perfect, and you feel as though you can conquer the world. Sometimes, however, you can fade into hopelessness and overwhelming despair. But then, after even more time, things can feel absolutely fantastic again, and you're proud you didn't give up during the lower moments. This is why many people call on the "power of motivation" during these trials, but motivation waxes and wanes just like everything else. Only determination rises above the negatives. When you don't feel like doing something, determination makes you do it anyway. In these moments, it might not feel like you are making progress, but, in fact, every action you take creates progress. Only quitting halts progression.

In the beginning, the swing effect occurs much faster and at far higher and lower depths, making the start of projects far more treacherous. Through the power of determination, however, you can force yourself to keep on your goals. Be it reading, playing an instrument or learning to cook a new recipe, a little bit of time each day leads you to your goal. Eventually, your tasks balance out, making your intentions more of a habit and much easier to do every day.

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The word "power" is most often associated with fantasy or science fiction. Reality rarely caters to the mystical components of our minds. Even in the face of harsh realism, there are some everyday phrases that use the term "power".

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1) Gordy taught Junior that when you are determined to do something and you put all you're effort into it, you will be pleasantly surprised on how happy you will be with your success. Without hard work and determination you won't be happy or get what you want out of life.
2) This quote is showing that once you find something you love never give up on it and never stop working to get better at it. The amount of effort and determination you put into what you love is how much success you will get out of it.
3) In this quote Junior is stating that even though he feels uncomfortable leaving his reservation, he is willing to do whatever it takes to find hope and success even if it means leaving his home.
4) Junior's dad tells Junior this when he isn't sure if he wants to try out for the basketball team. He is saying that if you want something in life, no matter how big, you should work as hard as possible to secure a positive outcome.
5) Even though Junior thinks he isn't good enough he doesn't just give up. Junior is determined to play and puts all his effort into try outs. After all his hard work Junior secures a spot on the varsity team.

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1) "He not only tutored me and challenged me, but he made me realize that hard work- that the act of finishing, of completing, of accomplishing a task- is joyous" (Alexie 98).
2) "If you're good at it, and you love it, and it helps you navigate the river of the world, then it can't be wrong" (Alexie 95).
3) "Traveling between Reardan and Wellpinit, between the little white town and the reservation, I always felt like a stranger" (Alexie 118).
4) "You have to dream big to get big" (Alexie 136).
5) "I almost didn't try out for the Reardan basketball team. I just figured I wasn't going to be good enough to make even the C team" (Alexie 135).

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Being determined and having individual drive can overcome all the excuses that someone can make up about their life. Whether it be poverty, lack of education or not having the opportunities, determination can change the outcome.

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This is saying that everyday you need to wake up with a goal and by the time you go to bed you need to be happy with how hard you tried to achieve your goal.