If you do not conquer self, you will be conquered by self.
The basis of persistence is the Power of Will.
The road to success may be, and generally is, obstructed by many influences which must be removed before the goal can be reached.
If you think your lot in life has been hard read “Up From Slavery” by Booker T. Washington, and you may see how fortunate you have been.
First you fuel the desire, then the desire will fuel you.
You are the master of your destiny. You can influence, direct and control your own environment. You can make your life what you want it to be.