The reason why a great man is great is that he resolves to be a great man.

What makes someone great? It’s a difficult question to answer as everyone’s definition of greatness is different. But one quality that all great people seem to share is the ability to resolve themselves to greatness. They have the internal drive and determination to continuously strive for improvement and achieve their goals, no matter what it takes.

This resolution is an essential trait of a great man or woman. Having it instilled within oneself can make the difference between mediocrity and excellence. It’s not just about talent, luck or opportunities – having an iron will and a desire for greatness is what separates those who succeed from those who fail.

The late American president John F. Kennedy famously said “Do not pray for easy lives, pray to be stronger men”. He knew that achieving anything meaningful would take hard work, dedication and most importantly – the willingness to keep pushing forward no matter what obstacles come our way. We may fail time and time again but we should never give up hope or succumb to discouragement, if we truly want to be great then we must rise above all else and resolve ourselves into action.

Achieving greatness doesn’t mean being successful in every endeavor but rather setting ambitious goals that challenge us and help us grow as individuals both mentally and spiritually. The process can be slow but it is ultimately rewarding because with each accomplishment comes a newfound appreciation for life and personal development that transcends material gain or public recognition. So if you aspire towards greatness, don’t just think about it; decide right now that you are going to be great, commit yourself wholly to your mission, believe in yourself and put in the work necessary so that someday you too can look back at your journey with pride and fulfillment!