

Inspiration from History
A Collection of write-ups that bring the lessons from the legends who walked the earth & events that shaped history.
July 25: 5 POWER Lessons From 5 Leaders Who Made History On This DAY!
Every star in the dark sky twinkles its light of glory because every star is meant to radiate light in its own way. Similarly, we humans are also meant to establish our success signature in our own way; it isn’t a choice. In order to make it happen we got to learn, invoke and implement ways and methods which were followed by some successful people. Read on!
1. “Try constantly, repeatedly and consistently; you can never win unless you try.”

Following the only mantra, ‘try and try until you win,’ Frederick Blackman never gave up. The British plant physiologists never stopped when he failed for the first time. After studying medicine and graduating MA, he spent a lot of time studying natural sciences and stayed dedicated in conducting quality research in discovering plant physiology, in particular photosynthesis. Scientific facts cannot be revealed and understood all at once. Understanding the same, he also tried and learnt after failing. He laid a standard for the world to follow in order to reach success.
2. “You got to fight for what you want. it is one of the best ways to append achievements and celebrate your life.”

Elias Canetti charged his mind up and paved a path to get what he wanted. The German language author was a modernist novelist, playwright, memoirist and non-fiction writer. He won the Nobel Prize in Literature for his unwavering writings which had broad ideas and artistic powers. He was only seven years old when he lost his father. But this never stopped him from exploring and joining a business which lifted him up. Subsequently studying and learning different languages and literature. He went on to develop skills and succeed at what he wanted so. A highly awarded German language writer certainly is an inspiration for the rest of the world to follow.
3. “Never hesitate to fly high across the clouds in the blue skies of challenges. Courage is the main ingredient for victory.”

Lionel Terray, the French climber made many first ascents, including Makalu in the Himalaya and many more who was one among those who was courageous to not just face life but also to frame it. The climbing guide and ski instructor, Terray was active in mountain combat and he became well known as one of the best Chamonix climbers and guides. His speed and actions were the major attributes which helped him grow to the tallest extent and taste success.
4. “Devoting your entire life to what you worship further glows your identity and takes you higher.”

Joseph P Kennedy Jr lived as a role model and as a source of inspiration for the entire world to look upon, follow and value. He never worked but he just acted a little more towards worshipping what he loved. He loved to protect and defend his nation. Fighting for his people, his country and his satisfaction, he greatly strived for it all. He considered defeating the country’s enemies as his responsibility and he abided by the same. The United States Navy lieutenant sacrificed his life serving as a land-based patrol bomber pilot. He was posthumously awarded the Navy Cross.
5. “If you really want to go out of a dark room, then you shall somehow open the door to welcome light into your life.”

Rosalind Franklin was locked up in a dark room when he was aligned with problems, difficulties and hindrances. The English chemist and X-ray crystallographer opened the door of darkness to welcome light by learning her interests passionately. She made contributions to the understanding of the molecular structures of DNA, viruses and many more. Her works about life sciences fetched her lot of recognition and appreciation which she cherished for her entire life. Her attitude to learn more and more was the major reason for her to reach success.
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Conclusion: Give your best in whatever you do. The same helps you discover what you want to do. The difference between what you do and what you wanted to do is nothing but the little amount of love which you have for what you want to do and the amount of realization which you got to have towards what you are doing. A gentle thought process would help you get into the room of what you are born for.(Source: wikipedia.org)
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