Nothing in this world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not: nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent. Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not: the world is full of educated derelicts. Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent. ― Calvin Coolidge

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The place where you made your stand never mattered. Only that you were there... and still on your feet.

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May our lives be transformed by the power of the Holy Scriptures. ― Lailah Gifty Akita

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At any given moment you have the power to say ‘This is not how the story is going to end. — Christine Mason Miller

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We have no more right to consume happiness without producing it than to consume wealth without producing it. ― George Bernard Shaw

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The happiness of your life depends upon the quality of your thoughts. _ Marcus Aurelius

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So many times we say that we can't serve God because we aren't whatever is needed. We're not talented enough or smart enough or whatever. But if you are in covenant with Jesus Christ, He is responsible for covering your weaknesses, for being your strength. He will give you His abilities for your disabilities!

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I will do nothing lightly. When I walk, I will walk heavily. When I fight, I will fight with conviction. When I speak, I will speak strongly. When I feel, I will feel everything. When I love, I will love with everything. - Evan Tanner

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Self-care is how you take your power back. — Lalah Delia

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You have power over your mind - not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength. ― Marcus Aurelius, Meditations

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