Quotes about Determination

When stuck in the river, it is best to dive and swim to the bank yourself before someone drops a large stone on your chest in an attempt to hoosh you there.

I've had some good times, had some bad. Took some lumps. Scored some points. Half-way through life, at 43, I still say, 'go for broke.' No government, no FBI, no judge, no jailer is ever gonna make me say 'uncle.' Now, as then, let the game continue. I bet my stake on freedom's call; I'll play these cards with no regrets.

You cannot build character and courage by taking away man's initiative and independence.

Having thus chosen our course, without guile and with pure purpose, let us renew our trust in God, and go forward without fear and with manly hearts.

I'm a slow walker, but I never walk back.

Always bear in mind that your own resolution to succeed is more important than any other.

I am not bound to win, but I am bound to be true. I am not bound to succeed, but I am bound to live up to what light I have.

Be sure you put your feet in the right place, then stand firm.

I have been driven many times upon my knees by the overwhelming conviction that I had no where else to go. My own wisdom and that of all about me seemed insufficient for that day.

Always bear in mind that your own resolution to succeed is more important than any one thing.

Sometimes you have to find the passion. It comes from the inside... Everyone has to find it for themselves.

Forget the past, and ask me what's next.