[talliedthoughts]

That definition would push people into local maximums, always continuing the grind towards the initial goal instead of stepping back and reassessing if the goal still makes sense. There has to be a balance between these actions.

[cloverich]

Persevering through adversity doesn't mean ignore opportunity. It means when the most obvious desirable outcome is blocked by challenges hard or unforeseen, don't simply give up. It applies in many situations but its not a panacea.