Part 1 of Essay
Failure, in Webster's Dictionary, is defined as a failing to perform a duty or expected action. Failure is a word not common in my world. I hear of it, I see it, but I rarely experience it. It is a feeling I dislike having and a word I hate to be associated with. I do not even like imagining myself failing. In my life ....

Part 2 of Essay
.... and working on my weaknesses. I will do anything to improve. Self-discipline is another key in my goal to achieve. Self-discipline is a matter of how hard I am willing to work when no one else is watching or grading me. I must discipline myself to keep my focus and maintain a positive outlook that is sometimes difficult in the life of a teenager. I determine my performance by my attitude. No one ever gets anywhere by being negative. I also make sure that I involve myself with people and an environment tha ....