Adversity Quote by Melissa Sue Anderson
“Sandy deWitt at TBWA\Hunt\Lascaris in Johannesburg, South Africa, taught me to make a decision and stick with it. Every day we're faced with reasons why we shouldn't do good work: it's too scary, too hard to pull off, there's no time, no money, etc. You have to be brave and commit to your choices in the face of adversity. If you waver, nothing will turn out the way you imagined it.”
About This Quote
Commitment requires bravery; excuses like fear or lack of resources are obstacles that must be overcome to achieve good work.
In simple terms: Be brave, stick to decisions despite obstacles.
Key Takeaway
Choose and commit, ignore excuses.
Themes
commitment
bravery
adversity
decision-making
Mood
determined
motivational
Type
inspirational
practical
When to use this quote
- career challenges
- creative projects
- personal goals
- team leadership
Key Concepts
psychological resilience
goal pursuit
Questions to Reflect On
- What excuses hold you back?
- How can you reinforce commitment?
A Different Perspective
Excuses can become self‑fulfilling prophecies.
![“Don't raise your voice, improve your argument." [Address at the Nelson Mandela Foundation in Houghton, Johannesburg, South Africa, 23 November 2004]” quote by Desmond Tutu](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/fe0/desmond-tutu-442_addresses_don-t-raise-your-voice-improve-your-argu_1135875.jpg)
