Introduction:
Throughout his life, Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam used to enjoy interacting with the younger generation. With his child-like enthusiasm and curiosity, he would share nuggets of wisdom with them. Even during the busy years of his Presidency, he would never miss an opportunity to interact with school children or college students, enthralling them with his profound quotes and deep knowledge. He wanted students to always dream big, to achieve great things in their lives.
The Power of Dream:
“Dream, dream, dream. Dreams transform into thoughts and thoughts result in action,” is one of his famous quotes. As someone who was a living example of what hard work can achieve he would say,” Every pain gives a lesson and every lesson changes a person,” he would say. His own life was an example of triumph over adversities. While he was born in a poor family, he did not deter him from dreaming big. The young Kalam, through the dent of sheer hard work, rise up in life and became a leading scientist.
Never give up:
As a young man, Dr. Abdul Kalam had a dream to become a fighter pilot. However, fate had destined some other career for him. While he could not fulfil his dream of flying a fighter jet, he took up another dream, worked hard as a scientist and became the ‘Missile Man of India’. He would famously say, “If you fail, never give up because F.A.I.L means first attempt at learning.”
Leading by example:
According to Dr. Kalam, “A dream is not that which you see while sleeping, it is something that does not let you sleep.” As a scientist both at the Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) and Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO), his inspirational leadership qualities came to the fore. With his meticulous planning and hard work would be the perfect role model for the teams that he would be leading.
Have a vision:
“Let me define a leader. He should have vision and passion and of course not be afraid of any of the problems. Instead, a leader must know how to deal with it and to defeat it. Most significantly, he should work with integrity,” is how the great man Dr. Kalam used to define leadership. These immortal words continue to galvanize scores of people in doing good things in their life.
Till his last breath, Dr. Kalam was an epitome of integrity. While we may miss his physical presence, he continues to guide and inspire us through his work, quotes and writings.
Here are some inspirational quotes shared by this incredible person, who still lives in the hearts of the people.
- I am not handsome "but" I can give my hand to someone who needs help… Because beauty is required in the heart, not in the face.
- The best brains of the nation may be found on the last benches of the classroom.
Learn with Small story:
Lily is a little girl, who is shy and reserved. But she enjoys playing soccer. Her friends and classmates ridicule Lily for her interest in soccer. Nonetheless, she is determined to pursue her passion and become a successful soccer player.
Every day, after returning from school, Lily quickly finishes her homework and practices soccer. Her mother understands the love Lily has for the sport and supports her in every way.
When the interschool competitions are announced at the school, Lily decides to participate. She takes part in the selection trials, and her classmates mock her once again. But they are shocked when Lily performs well and the judges select her to represent the school. Lily’s commitment and hard work mute every person who mocked her.
Morale-Determination, strong will, and focus can help you achieve even the toughest of goals, in spite of ridicule by others.
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