Difficulties in your life do not come to destroy you, but to help you realise your hidden potential and power, let difficulties know that you too are difficult.
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Be active! Take on responsibility! Work for the things you believe in. If you do not, you are surrendering your fate to others.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Take control of your life by being proactive and working towards your beliefs.
This quote by Abdul Kalam emphasizes the importance of personal responsibility and active engagement in pursuing one's beliefs and goals. It suggests that inaction can lead to a loss of autonomy, allowing others to dictate the course of one's life. By taking responsibility and working for what you believe in, you assert your agency and shape your own destiny.
Themes
ResponsibilityActionBeliefFateProactivity
In practice
Example use cases
Use this quote in a motivational speech to inspire young individuals to take responsibility for their futures.
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