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Two schoolgirls from different backgrounds sitting together, studying and smiling, symbolizing friendship knows no boundaries.

Pride and Prejudice | A Short Story

Vidya was a bright and studious young girl who had recently moved to Bombay with her family. While she took months to make new friends at school, her mother settled into the neighborhood with ease. She quickly formed bonds with neighbors and shopkeepers. The family also hired a new domestic helper, Dhanalakshmi Amma, who was Read more…

Rocking horse quotes on motion and progress

Quote #343 | Alfred A. Montapert

Do not confuse motion and progress. A rocking horse keeps moving but does not make any progress. Alfred A. Montapert MEANING OF THIS QUOTE In a world obsessed with multitasking and output, we are often guilty of confusing being busy with being productive. In the pursuit of our goals, it might often feel like we Read more…

Robert Pirsig inspirational mountain quote

Quote #340 | Robert M. Pirsig

To live only for some future goal is shallow. It’s the sides of the mountain that sustain life, not the top. Robert M. Pirsig MEANING OF THIS QUOTE In a world as fast-paced as ours, it is easy to sacrifice our present on the altar of some future goal. While having a goal and working Read more…

Quotes on mental strength by Vince Lombardi

Quote #334 | Vince Lombardi

The difference between a successful person and others is not a lack of strength, not a lack of knowledge, but rather a lack of will. Vince Lombardi MEANING OF THIS QUOTE Humans are blessed with the gift of setting goals and coming up with an action plan to achieve them. These goals can range from Read more…

David Bly on what striving for success without hard work is like

Quote #281 | David Bly | Striving for success without hard work (…)

Striving for success without hard work is like trying to harvest where you haven’t planted. David Bly The biggest prerequisite to becoming successful is neither having lofty goals nor a robust action plan to bring it to fruition, but the determination to work toward it. You might have all the talent in the world, but Read more…

William Arthur Ward on why you should study while others are sleeping

Quote #274 | William A. Ward | Study while others are sleeping (…)

Study while others are sleeping; work while others are loafing; prepare while others are playing; and dream while others are wishing. William Arthur Ward Almost every successful person out there will attest to the fact that it isn’t sheer talent or luck that got them through, but a lot of hard work. And even in Read more…

Les Brown on why life has no limitations, except for the ones you make

Quote #265 | Les Brown | Life has no limitations (…)

Life has no limitations, except the ones you make. Les Brown A lot of life is what one makes of it. As theoretical as it might sound, you can fly as high as your imagination allows you to. The one and only thing that defines the course of your life are your own choices.

John C. Maxwell on why dreams don't work unless you do

Quote #182 | John C. Maxwell | Dreams don’t work unless you do.

Dreams don’t work unless you do. John C. Maxwell Goals and aspirations are what set humans apart from other living beings. They give us a reason to live, to keep working hard, and to move forward in our lives. However, contrary to popular opinion, choosing what you want to make of your life is only Read more…

A timely advice from his mother helped Shivam Singh Chauhan take control of his destiny

Shivam Singh Chauhan | Readers’ Story of the Week | Story #150

Hey everyone! I am Shivam Singh Chauhan and I am currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in computer science and engineering. This is the story of my journey. Well, my story is rather simple. I am a normal guy who never really had any special interest in anything. That said, I always wanted to stand out Read more…