The energy of effort is what we feel, the sense of resistanc... - William James

"The energy of effort is what we feel, the sense of resistance, the awareness of things to be overcome."

William James Perseverance

Psychologist, Philosopher American 1842–1910

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"The greatest discovery of my generation is that human beings can alter their lives by altering their attitudes of mind."

"Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does."

"The only way out is through."

"Does consciousness exist? I say yes."

"Perseverance is the key to success."

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

"I've been through worse."

"You learn to live with the pain."