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By Ben Muteba
Ladies and gentlemen, esteemed guests, and all those listening, today I want to share with you a simple truth that can reshape your perspective on life. A truth that can ignite the fire of determination within you and push you towards realizing your fullest potential. It’s a truth spoken by great minds and exemplified through the journeys of those who dared to dream big and take risks.
“Nothing in life is worthwhile unless you take risks.”
Let those words resonate deep within you. We often find ourselves standing at the crossroads of decisions, faced with choices that can either lead us towards the ordinary or propel us into the realm of the extraordinary. Nelson Mandela, a beacon of courage and resilience, emphasized that there’s no honor in playing small, in settling for less than what we’re truly capable of achieving.
Throughout our lives, we’ve been urged to have a safety net, something to fall back on. But let me challenge that notion today. What if, instead of looking for something to catch us if we fall, we embrace the concept of falling forward? Imagine the clarity that comes from seeing exactly what lies ahead. Imagine the impact when you confront challenges head-on, unafraid and undeterred.
In our journey through education, career choices, and the pursuit of our dreams, we’ve encountered the whispers of caution. “Make sure you have something to fall back on.” A phrase that’s been echoed by well-meaning individuals. However, I encourage you to view it differently. The idea of having a safety net can inadvertently foster complacency. Instead, let’s strive to fall forward, to leap towards our aspirations with unwavering determination.
Every step forward, no matter how small, is a triumph over mediocrity. Consistency, my friends, is the key that unlocks the doors of success. It’s not enough to start; we must be resolute in our pursuit, unyielding in our dedication to what sets our hearts ablaze.
Do what makes you passionate, what stirs your soul, what makes you lose track of time. Be audacious enough to seize opportunities that come your way, for it’s in taking chances that we experience growth and transformation. The road to success is not a smooth one; it’s often paved with failures, setbacks, and doubts. But remember, those who achieve greatness aren’t those who avoid failure; they’re the ones who embrace it, learn from it, and emerge stronger.
Ladies and gentlemen, as we navigate the ever-changing landscape of life, let’s choose to fall forward. Let’s stride boldly into the unknown, facing challenges with unwavering courage and the certainty that we’re giving ourselves the chance to rise even higher. Let’s redefine our limits, for without risk, there can be no reward.
So, I urge you, as you continue your journey, embrace risks, pursue your passions, and dare to fall forward. Your potential is limitless, your capabilities boundless. Let’s not merely exist; let’s thrive, let’s conquer, let’s fall forward into the future we deserve.
By Ben Muteba
If it did not create me, it will never break me!
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