perseverance: steadfastness in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success
persistence: firm or obstinate continuance in a course of action in spite of difficulty or opposition
Paralyze resistance with persistance. ~Woody Hayes
"Perseverance is the ability to keep going in the face of continuous challenges. It is the ability to disregard distractions and to stay focused." ~Catherine Pulsifer
"It's not that I'm so smart, it's just that I stay with problems longer." ~Albert Einstein
When the world says, "give up," hope whispers, "Try it one more time. ~Author Unknown
The greatest oak was once a little nut who held its ground. ~Author Unknown
He conquers who endures. ~Persius
I may not be there yet, but I'm closer than I was yesterday. ~Author Unknown