That's one thing I realize all the time, recently, it is all these little (and sometimes bigger) steps in a direction. And "suddenly" you are where you wished to be.
I love that way to put it:

I like to remind myself that giving up only has one outcome, while continuing my pursuit has a variety of potential outcomes, with success being one of them.

...I guess it is a good one to consider from time to time!
Thank you for sharing your view on it, made me consider writing more about this process:)