“My most valuable trait is tenacity, but what’s got me where I am now is courage.” ― P.D. James

It’s a truth universally acknowledged that whatever you want to do in life, especially if it’s extraordinary, you will need tenacity & courage to do it. Whenever I read the story of someone successful who struggled in the wilderness for a good while, I feel so inspired. I know what dedication it takes to keep writing/auditioning/whatever when all you’re being told is “no”. I know what reserves of faith you have to draw on not to sink into self-doubt. If this is you right now, allow yourself to be comforted by those of us who have been there before. Even the greatest successes in life have known desperation & despair at some point in their lives, probably many times. Remember this & keep hope alive in your heart!

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