The Student Asked The Master

The student asked the master, how long should I persist, and when should I stop?

The Master said,

"Persist until the unknown becomes the known

Persist until the unfamiliar becomes the familiar

Persist until the unusual becomes the usual

Persist until the uncomfortable becomes the comfortable

Persist until victory, and even beyond victory

Persist in the face of fear

Persist in the face of opposition

Persist in the face of obstacles

Persist in spite of being tested

Persist in the face of limited resources

Persist even when success is not guaranteed

Persist in the face of setbacks

Persist in the face of odds

Persist through weakness and strength

Persist despite distractions

Persist through stumbles and falls

This is how small goals and big dreams are met."