You learn things in adversity that you would never have discovered without trouble. There is always a seed of hope.
Og MandinoRead
I can accomplish far more than I have, and I will, for why would the miracle which produced me end with my birth? Why can I not extend that miracle to my deeds of today?
Interpretation
The quote speaks to the potential for personal growth and achievement beyond one's current state.
Og Mandino's quote emphasizes the limitless potential of an individual's capabilities, suggesting that the extraordinary nature of one's existence should inspire continuous growth and accomplishment. It encourages us to reflect on our achievements and recognize that we can create even greater miracles through our actions and efforts beyond mere existence.
In practice
In a motivational speech aimed at students to encourage them to pursue their passions.
You learn things in adversity that you would never have discovered without trouble. There is always a seed of hope.
Why do we continue to breed little minds who can find no recompense for their own failures other than to belittle and mock the talents, even the dress, of others? When will everyone realize that we are all equal in the eyes of God?
The only certain means of success is to render more and better service than is expected of you, no matter what the task may be. This is a habit followed by all successful people since the beginning of time. Therefore I saith the surest way to doom yourself to mediocrity is to perform only the work for which you are paid.
Only God can shape a flower, but any foolish child can pull it to pieces.
Each day is a special gift from God, and while life may not always be fair, you must never allow the pains, hurdles, and handicaps of the moment to poison your attitude and plans for yourself and your future.
Obstacles are necessary for success because in selling, as in all careers of importance, victory comes only after many struggles and countless defeats. Yet each struggle, each defeat, sharpens your skills and strengths, your courage and your endurance, your ability and your confidence and thus each obstacle is a comrade-in-arms forcing you to become better... or quit. Each rebuff is an opportunity to move forward; turn away from them, avoid them, and you throw away your future.
I grew up poor with a very distinctive working-class accent. In England in the 1980s and 1990s this would have impeded my professional advancement. This background has never set me back in America.
Start with the belief that your life can indeed be changed, and that you have the power to change it.
My wrestling dream was to become a Division I national champion. That was my No. 1 dream - not Olympics, not money. Just winning that tournament.
You have to fight to reach your dream. You have to sacrifice and work hard for it.
God ever works with those who work with will.
I expect to maintain this contest until successful, or till I die, or am conquered, or my term expires, or Congress or the country forsakes me.
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