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Over the years, I had nurtured the hope to be able to fly; to handle a machine as it rose higher and higher in the stratosphere was my dearest dream.
A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
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What this quote means

This quote emphasizes the importance of nurturing one’s dreams and aspirations, particularly the desire to achieve great heights.

In this quote, A. P. J. Abdul Kalam reflects on his long-standing dream of flying and mastering the art of piloting. It illustrates the deep connection between dreams and personal growth, highlighting how nurturing hope can lead to extraordinary accomplishments, particularly in the pursuit of one's passion and ambition.

Themes

DreamsInspirationAspirationHopeFlying

In practice

Example use cases

During a motivational speech about following your passions.

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