Determination Quotes - Page 5

Life was never intended to consist of a glut of luxury, be an easy course, or filled only with success. There are those games which we lose, those races in which we finish last, and those promotions which never come. Such experiences provide an opportunity for us to show our determination and to rise above disappointment.

This general eclipse of ambition and determination and fortitude, all of the very qualities on which I have prided myself, is ridiculous, and, I must admit, somewhat obscene.

Of course I don’t want to get knocked down. But the single and sole solution to that fear is to not go anywhere where I can be knocked down. And is that not already being knocked down?

Don’t be afraid. Be focused. Be determined. Be hopeful. Be empowered.

Building bridges is the best defence against ignorance.

Men never cling to their dreams with such tenacity as at the moment when they are losing faith in them and know it but do not dare confess it to themselves.

Life is indeed a storm and while there are times you can sit and watch from the safety of a window pane there are moments you need to grit your teeth and take on the wind and the rain.

The elegance under pressure is the result of fearlessness.

Your will to success supersedes all other wills.

It was more important for me to try, than to not have the chance at all.

Let go of your all fears, be strong.

Sometimes, something meaningless occurs, somewhere with meaning.

Failure is not the final fall. The will to rise when you fall is fortitude to success.

He shrugged. 'I know you're the type''Type?''The type that doesn't let things go

The funny thing about money is that you can't take it with you, so don’t try to.

The only things you learn are the things you tame

It seems kind of light for a dozen books. I think it's probably that unnatural number of Jason Statham DVDs you ordered."He has to have filmed a nude scene at some point in his career. I don't care how many shoot-'em-up action movies I have to watch, I will find it," I said solemnly. "Oh, yes, I will find it.

The wishbone will never replace the backbone

Now is the right time for you to become excellent. By taking action on your dreams of excellence, you start polishing the rough diamond you are. As you buff and shine yourself with practice, sparkling success becomes yours.

Maybe someday, if I succeed at something, I'll stop saying, "It isn't fair" about everything else.

Never give up on the possibilities or accept what is when you can see it for what it could be.

A shadow passes over her face, but she shakes it off fast as she leans forward, her bright-blue hair swinging over her shoulder and clashing with her pumpkin-orange shirt. “You think you’re the only one who wants to bring back someone they love? Everyone loses someone. It’s inevitable. Everyone thinks they’re willing to give up everything to get that person back. There aren’t many who are actually capable of it.”My breath catches in my throat as my brain processes her words. Nowhere in that speech did she say what I wanted was impossible. She just said most people aren’t willing to make the necessary sacrifice.“I’ll do it. Anything. Whatever it takes.

Divine possibilities; visions, dreams and goals.

I grew up with an ambition and determination without which I would have been a good deal happier. I thought a lot and developed the faraway look of a dreamer, for it was always the distant heights that fascinated me and drew me to them in spirit. I was not sure what could be accomplished with tenacity and little else, but the target was set high and each rebuff only saw me more determined to see at least one major dream to its fulfillment.

When things become insurmountable, some people quit, some keep goingfor no other reason than to continue. Because that’s all there is to do.

Darling it may be a long time before we see one another again. But I want you to know. Every time I’ve said I love you- I meant it. There’s no two ways about it. The crew was talking about what’s ahead of us, but we all agreed on one thing. We’re coming back.

Victory - a matter of staying power.

I will forsake everything to fulfill the Fathers calling.

Never pay attention to the distractions in life. Focus on possibilities.

This is not about going back. This is about life being ahead of you and you run at it! Because you never know how far you can run unless you run.

I love doubt in a woman. It's nearly as sexy as determination.

Some lean back. But those who lean forward are poised to cross the finish-line, first!

Life is easy with a little offer and Competitive with facts.

Don't let your will roar when your power only whispers.

A thousand years from now nobody is going to know that you or I ever lived. The cynic is right, but lazy. He says ‘You live, you die and nothing you do will ever make a difference.’ But as long as I live, I’m going to be like Beethoven and shake my fist at fate and try to do something for those who live here now and who knows how far into the future that will go. If I accomplish nothing more than making my arm sore, at least I will be satisfied that I have lived.

Be self-responsible. Be less dependent on other people. Aim at being the most responsible person you can be. Read about great, successful leaders. Learn to think great thoughts and work to be an excellent person.

if you miss what seems so glamorous; if you miss what seems so fantastic to have, don't worry. It may be just a matter of fantasy to have it. Real things are rare but real to have. serendipity and the vicissitudes of life determine what is real, ideal and what is a fantasy. The real future is uncertain to all.

NEVER give up on something that you can't go a day without thinking about.

Oscar leaned in, eyes wide. 'He's keeping me,' he whispered to the kitten.Pebble chirped. Oscar's eyes flicked to the books underneath his bed. They called out to him: Misfit. Orphan. Idiot.Oscar coughed and shifted his eyes back to Pebble. 'He thinks I can work the shop. ... He said he knew I could do it.'Wolf: He didn't see you work the shop. He doesn't know. Just wait until he hears.'He wants me to do the best I can.'Wolf: If only he knew how bad that was. He'll know soon.Oscar clenched his hands into fists and squeezed his eyes shut. ... 'I'm not going to disappoint him,' Oscar said. He repeated himself once more, in case the words themselves had any power. 'I'm not.

A few fly bites cannot stop a spirited horse.

When you experience a negative circumstance or event, do not dwell on it. Be proactive — put your attention on what you need to do to bring the situation to a positive result.

People will try to frustrate you in life. But you have to decide to stay determined.

You have your God, I have my guts.

Without challenge we fail to develop the higher self.

I will not give up my dream for someone's dream.

Visualize yourself at your best. Be determined to earn the proud badge of excellence. By working hard and practicing, one day you will earn its golden title.

Determination is as common among men who are dull and foolish as it is among those who are brilliant intellects.

Achieving a goal requires endurance and sacrifices beyond limitations.

The whole purpose of the winepress is to preserve the grapes. Accept Pressing moments. What you accomplish in a moment of pressure will be used forever.