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'''Persistence''' is defined as "voluntary continuation of a [[Goal setting|goal]]-directed action in spite of obstacles, difficulties, or discouragement" (Peterson and Seligman, 2004, p. 229).<ref>[https://positivepsychology.com/perseverance/ Perseverance in Psychology: Meaning, Importance & Books] by Anna Katharina Schaffner, Ph.D.</ref> [[Repentance]] can turn a person around from persistent destructive [[habit]].
[[Image:GustaveDoreParadiseLostSatanProfile.jpg|right|thumb|"For if we wilfully persist in sin after having received the full knowledge of the [[truth]], there no longer remains in reserve any other sacrifice for sins." - [[Hebrews]] 10:26]]
'''Persistence''' is defined as "voluntary continuation of a [[Goal setting|goal]]-directed action in spite of obstacles, difficulties, or discouragement" (Peterson and Seligman, 2004, p. 229).<ref>[https://positivepsychology.com/perseverance/ Perseverance in Psychology: Meaning, Importance & Books] by Anna Katharina Schaffner, Ph.D.</ref> The [[Bible]] gives many warnings about persisting in [[sin]].<ref>[https://www.openbible.info/topics/christians_who_continue_to_sin Christians Who Continue To Sin]</ref><ref>[https://www.openbible.info/topics/christians_who_continue_to_sin What the Bible says about Persistent Sin] (From Forerunner Commentary).</ref><ref>[https://bible.knowing-jesus.com/words/Persist 'Persist' in the Bible] 16 occurrences in 9 translations</ref> [[Repentance]] can turn a person around from persistent destructive [[habit]]s.
== Quote ==
== Quote ==
Nothing in the world can take the place of persistence.
Nothing in the world can take the place of persistence.
*Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent.
*[[Talent]] will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent.
*[[Genius]] will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb.
*[[Genius]] will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb.
*[[Education]] will not; the world is full of educated derelicts. Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent.
*[[Education]] will not; the world is full of educated derelicts. Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent.
*First a person will learn to be cruel of necessity, then by [[habit]], and eventually for pleasure.
The slogan ''Press On!'' has solved and always will solve the problems of the human race.
The slogan ''Press On!'' has solved and always will solve the problems of the human race.
== Books ==
== Books ==
* ''[[Unstoppable Brain: The New Neuroscience that Frees Us from Failure, Eases Our Stress, and Creates Lasting Change]]'' by Kyra Bobinet. Forbes Books. April 30, 2024
*''[[Relentless: From Good to Great to Unstoppable]]'' by Tim S. Grover. Scribner; 45737th edition (April 16, 2013)
* ''[[From Stuck to Unstoppable: A Practical Guide to Overcoming Fear and Taking Action]]'' by Matilda Harlow. ASIN: B0G3BBST9F. November 21, 2025
* ''[[Unstoppable: The Young Athlete’s Guide to Rock Solid Mental Strength]]'' by Thomas Bourne. ASIN: B0BBJLPWQW. August 23, 2022
*''[[Unstoppable Mindset: How to Use What You Have to Get What You Want]]'' by Alden Mills. Matt Holt Books. April 23, 2024
*''[[Unstoppable: Transforming Your Mindset to Create Change, Accelerate Results, and Be the Best at What You Do]]'' by Dave Anderson. Wiley. September 25, 2017
*''[[Unstoppable: Motivation Secrets You Need to Develop Courage, Confidence and A Positive Mental Attitude]]'' by Brian Tracy. G & D Media. March 13, 2023
*''Unstoppable: The Incredible Power of Faith in Action'' by Nick Vujicic. WaterBrook. October 2, 2012
*''Positively Unstoppable: The Art of Owning It'' by Diamond Dallas Page. Rodale Books. January 15, 2019.
*''Unstoppable: 45 Powerful Stories of Perseverance and Triumph from People Just Like You'' by Cynthia Kersey. Sourcebooks. Publication date: June 1, 1998
*''Unstoppable: 45 Powerful Stories of Perseverance and Triumph from People Just Like You'' by Cynthia Kersey. Sourcebooks. Publication date: June 1, 1998
* ''The Fight to Find Yourself: Moving from Uncertain to Unstoppable'' by Joel Tudman. FaithWords. November 4, 2025
*''[[Unstoppable Teams]]: The Four Essential Actions of High-Performance Leadership – A Proven Navy SEAL Guide to Care-Based Management'' by Alden Mills. Harper Business. March 26, 2019
== See also ==
== See also ==
*[[Perseverance]]
*[[Grit (personality trait)]]
*[[Grit (personality trait)]]
*[[Commitment as a virtue]]
*[[Commitment as a virtue]]
*[[Mindset]]
*[[Books about having a winning mindset]]
*[[Attitude]]
*[[Mental toughness]]
*[[Psychological resilience]]
*[[Addiction]]
*[[Obsessive compulsive disorder]]
== External links ==
== External links ==
*[https://www.authentichappiness.sas.upenn.edu/newsletters/authentichappinesscoaching/persistence Persistence Defined] by Ben Dean Ph.D
*[https://www.authentichappiness.sas.upenn.edu/newsletters/authentichappinesscoaching/persistence Persistence Defined] by Ben Dean Ph.D
*[http://www.drpaulwong.com/the-positive-psychology-of-persistence-and-flexibility/ The Positive Psychology of Persistence and Flexibility], Dr. Paul Wong
*[http://www.drpaulwong.com/the-positive-psychology-of-persistence-and-flexibility/ The Positive Psychology of Persistence and Flexibility], Dr. Paul Wong
*[https://positivepsychology.com/perseverance/ Perseverance in Psychology: Meaning, Importance & Books] by Anna Katharina Schaffner, Ph.D.
*[https://positivepsychology.com/perseverance/ Perseverance in Psychology: Meaning, Importance & Books] by Anna Katharina Schaffner, Ph.D.
*[https://chatgpt.com/share/69503d15-cc20-8003-8cd8-9e1d255b0fab How does one become unstoppable?]
*[https://grok.com/share/c2hhcmQtNA_3007a5be-419f-4c1d-b50f-6703bfc4cae7 How does one become unstoppable?]
*[https://efficiencyandmanagement.blogspot.com/2026/01/books-with-word-unstoppable-in-title.html Books related to persistence with the word "unstoppable" in them]
== Notes ==
== Notes ==
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