(noun) Continuing in a course of action without regard to discouragement, opposition or previous failure.
"Football is a great deal like life in that it teaches that work, sacrifice, perseverance, competitive drive, selflessness, and respect for authority are the price each and every one of us must pay to achieve any goal that is worthwhile."
"Even the darkest night will end and the sun will rise."
"It is during our darkest moments that we must focus to see the light."
"The only way out is through."
"Courage is not having the strength to go on; it is going on when you don't have the strength."
"Success comes from curiosity, concentration, perseverance and self criticism."
"The woods are lovely, dark, and deep. But I have promises to keep, and miles to go before I sleep."
"However difficult life may seem, there is always something you can do."
"The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall."
"God knows our situation; He will not judge us as if we had no difficulties to overcome. What matters is the sincerity and perseverance of our will to overcome them."
"Success is not final, failure is not fatal."