We must persevere, not because we will succeed, but because ... - Hans Christian Andersen

This quote is attributed to Hans Christian Andersen.

"We must persevere, not because we will succeed, but because we are worth the effort."

Hans Christian Andersen Perseverance

Novelist Poet Danish 1805–1875

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"Just living is not enough. One must have sunshine, freedom, and a little flower."

"Be like the sun and commit to rising in darkness."

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"Don't give up on what you believe in."

"I've been through worse."

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