“Perseverance is failing 19 times and succeeding the 20th.”
What this quote means
This quote redefines perseverance not as an abstract character trait but as a concrete action: trying again and again. It demystifies failure by presenting it as a normal step to success. Julie Andrews, who faced setbacks, reminds us that success is not the absence of failure but the ability to continue despite it. This resonates for all who feel discouraged: each attempt brings us closer to the goal.
How to apply it daily
Choose a goal you've set aside for fear of failing. Restart it today with a small action, and repeat until you succeed.
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