Ladies and gentlemen, it is a timeless truth that greatness comes from within rather than from without. The people who will succeed in their lives in the present times and the future harness their God-given potential. Opinions of the world do not define how higher we can jump in life.
Do not covet what other people have because you can create much more in your life only if you made the decision to appreciate the potential in you. Comparing yourself with others will only serve to disillusion you if you choose to look down upon yourself.
Every man and woman was born to be great and greatness is a big portion of those who choose the path of greatness. The greatness enemy and obstacle to our greatness is ourselves. It is never other people. I like an African saying that says, ' If there is no enemy within, the enemy from outside can do us no harm.'
You may have read a speech by Russell Conwell entitled ' Acres of Diamonds'. The African man sold his farm and left for abroad to search for diamonds in order to become wealthy. Little did he know that the buyer of his farm would discover tons and tons of diamonds within the perimeter of the farm. The grass always looks greener on the other side. The truth is,the grass may be the greenest where you are!
Friends, greatness lies in the reservoirs of your mind and heart.
Passivity is slavery. Unreflective choice is slavery. Impulsive choice is slavery. Any thought or action that is not chosen via volition is inauthentic. Passivity encrusts the consciousness, it clouds and clutters and confuses. There is no I without action, no subjective perspective without freedom and action. Thank you Chris for your Good work you are doing remember; Nothing is more irritating, guilt-producing, and incriminating than an unfinished book; live to your last chapter.
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