Adaptive stubbornness
Adaptive persistence is persistently sticking to an important direction while being willing to change the way we act.
Definition
Adaptive persistence is different from rigidity. It's not about doing the same thing despite the evidence that it doesn't work, but about protecting a valuable goal and flexible strategy selection. It is especially important in long projects, recovery processes, learning and changing habits.
Practice and life
Next to the goal, write down what is non-negotiable and what can be changed. Stay in the direction, but test other paths.
Common misconceptions
It is a mistake to confuse persistence with repeating an ineffective method. It is also a mistake to give up on a goal after the first resistance.
> Stubbornness can be a strength if it serves values and not the defense of an old pattern.
> — Guru Element