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It’s a rare person who doesn’t get discouraged.

It’s a rare person who doesn’t get discouraged. Whether it happens to us or to an associate we’re trying to cheer up, the answer centers around one word. Perseverance. The value of courage, persistence, and perseverance has rarely been illustrated more convincingly than in the life story of this man (his age appears after each sentence): Failed in business –22 Ran for Legislature-defeated—23 Again failed in business—24 Elected to Legislature—25 Sweetheart died—26 Had a nervous breakdown—27 Defeated for Speaker—29 Defeated for Elector—31 Defeated for Congress—34 Elected for Congress—37 Defeated for Congress—39 Defeated for Senate—46 Defeated for Vice President—47 Defeated for Senate—49 Elected President of the United States—51
That’s the record of Abraham Lincoln.