There is so much negativity in the world; and we see it everywhere in our news stories, social networks, on the streets and in our office buildings. But how does one of the most brilliant innovators in history perceive such negativity?
A Secret of Life From Steve Jobs:
"When you grow up you, tend to get told that the world is the way it is and your life is just to live your life inside the world, try not to bash into the walls too much, try to have a nice family, have fun, save a little money. That’s a very limited life. Life can be much broader, once you discover one simple fact, and that is that everything around you that you call life was made up by people that were no smarter than you. And you can change it, you can influence it, you can build your own things that other people can use. Once you learn that, you’ll never be the same again.”
And so is the secret of Steve Job and his infamous claim of putting a dent in the universe.
We can get so bogged down by the daily news, the commentaries, red herrings and red flags; but what Steve Jobs did better than most was show that beyond all that, one can fulfill one's dreams; that one can rise above circumstances and create something that has never been done before. Steve broke many rules, and changed the course of history. He didn't let things around him get the best of him; instead, he realized that it was all, in his words, "made up by people no smarter" than he was.
All of us have been put here to fulfill a purpose, a dream. It will not be like Steve Jobs--that was his dream and his life--but it is unique to YOU. Don't let life get you down. Keep striving, keep hustling, stay on the move, and push toward your dreams. You can make them happen. Along the way, make sure you're kind and loving to those around you; and take others with you on your journey through mentorship and inspiration.
And through all that, we'll find Hope in this world; for as we all know, Hope goes a long way in trying times...
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