Commitment Quotes Novels & Stories

A final intermission of laughter takes over before I resume, this time in hopes of finishing without any further interruptions. "That I have ever met," I continue. "But you're my 'said word," and I wouldn't want it any other way. All my life, I feared commitment—in all essence of the word—whether it was about other people leaving one day or myself, but that all slowly changed when I got to know you for you!" Max mouths 'I love you,' encouraging me to carry on.

I'm rambling, so I pause to collect my thoughts. "I don't know the right thing to say except that I had a friend once say to me, 'Live today as if tomorrow is not a promise.' If ever there was an example of that idea it is right now." I scan the crowd. People are watching, listening, their faces turned towards me, some nodding in agreement. "We have no idea where any of us will be tomorrow. We only have this moment right now. And I just want to thank you all for being here with me, right now, without knowing what tomorrow will bring."

"It is a promise, a commitment, and a love that extends beyond the boundaries of a simple present." He looked into Mitchell's eyes, his gaze unwavering. "You see, Mitchell, my gift to you is my heart. It is a promise to cherish you, to support you, and to always be there for you. It is a commitment to our journey together, through the ups and downs, the joys and challenges."

I'm committed to ensuring the success of our endeavors. Ejay's gaze lingered on Martin, searching for something beyond the words spoken. "Trust is paramount in our world," he stated, his tone carrying a weight of significance. "I need to know that I can rely on you completely." Martin met Ejay's piercing gaze with unwavering determination. "Ejay, you have my complete trust," he asserted, his voice steady. "I'm fully committed to our cause, and I'll do whatever it takes to further our interests."

Ethan added his own two words: “Let’s begin.” Finally, Lisa’s gentle but resolute “Always ready” brought a quiet finality to the plan, sealing our collective commitment in the chat. I held my breath, taking in each short but powerful response. Through these simple words, each of them conveyed a steadfast confidence and commitment. They, just like me, were putting everything on the line for Neil's freedom. A wave of warmth filled my heart, reminding me that I wasn’t fighting this battle alone.

Noah nodded his head, "Then I'll let you know. You can't bail on me at that time." Seeing his persistence, Vivienne could only agree, "Once I decide on something, I don't back out. Don't worry about it. If I didn't want to go out with you, I'd let you know. I personally dislike people who don't keep their promises. A commitment is a commitment, no matter how small it is. We should honor it at all costs. And if something unforeseen happens, we should also not dilly-dally and make excuses." "I like the way you talk now," commented Noah. "Something really changed in you."

"We have to recognise that there cannot be relationships unless there is commitment, unless there is loyalty, unless there is love, patience, persistence." ~Cornel West Forty minutes later "Thank you so much for coming." Bethany runs and hugs me like a close friend would, even though we barely know each other as I step into the house. "I need your help." "I know, you told me that over the phone." I remind her and when her eyes sadden, I ask. "What's wrong?"

he asked. “Always.” “I used to think commitment meant narrowing my life,” he said. “Like choosing one thing meant losing access to all the others.” “And now?” “Now I think commitment is how you enter your life more fully,” he said. “By giving something your presence instead of your anxiety.” Lena felt something soften in her chest. “That’s how it feels with you,” she said. “Not like I’m giving anything up. Like I’m arriving.” He reached for her hand not urgently, not possessively. She laced her fingers through his.

What do you mean? Nathan's eyes locked onto mine as he exhaled. "I want us to build something that lasts, together, not for ourselves but for others. Lately, I've felt like making a big commitment, something that really shows how I feel for you and the future that we share in mind. I felt my heart racing at his words. Nathan's commitment to us, the relationship, and his longing to build up something valuable touched me a lot. "What kind of commitment do you mean?" I asked, my voice shaking just a little bit.

"I sound committed. There's a difference. Confidence is believing in success. Commitment is fighting regardless of odds. I'm committed. Success is secondary to effort." "Effort that might get everyone killed." "Or effort that might save everyone. We won't know until it happens. Until choices become actions. Until the theoretical becomes actual." Six days remained.