Permanence, perseverance and persistence in spite of all obstacles, discouragements, and impossibilities: It is this that in all things distinguishes the strong soul from the weak. —Thomas Carlyle
“Permanence, perseverance and persistence in spite of all obstacles, discouragements, and impossibilities: It is this that in all things distinguishes the strong soul from the weak.”

Thomas Carlyle essayist, satirist, historian

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Anonymous AUGUST 31, 2025
Care is to be taken while following this principle of three "PPP"s of Thomas Caryle . One about justice and the other one is about the ethical aspects of our action and activities.
Anonymous SEPTEMBER 18, 2019
Great quote, we all need to practice this on a daily basis to be strong
Scott Robinson from Home JUNE 16, 2010
A reminder.

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