It always seems impossible until it's done

Meaning: Before any achievement, it appears beyond reach; only completion reveals it was always possible.

Origin: Attributed to Nelson Mandela, capturing the spirit of perseverance against seemingly insurmountable odds.

Translations

• French: Cela semble toujours impossible jusqu'à ce que ce soit accompli (literally: It always seems impossible until it is accomplished)
• Spanish: Siempre parece imposible hasta que se hace (literally: It always seems impossible until it's done)
• Japanese: やり遂げるまでは、いつも不可能に見える (Yaritogeru made wa, itsumo fukanō ni mieru) (literally: Until it is accomplished, it always appears impossible)

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