50 Inspirational Stories Of People Who NEVER Gave Up
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In this post we are going to share the tales of 50 individuals who faced obstacle after obstacle in life and yet still managed to achieve great success in life.
I think it’s vital that you understand that on your way to success you are going to make mistakes — lots of them — and it’s OKAY! In fact failure is to be expected and embraced because that is how we learn — from making errors and learning what does and doesn’t work.
We all make mistakes — it’s absolutely nothing to be embarrassed, anxious or nervous about. I think it’s really important to change the way you look at failure and don’t let it stop you from living the life you dream about.
Here are the motivational stories of 50 inspiring individuals who did just that — refused to let failure stop them.
With courage these inspiring individuals went on to create and live the most amazing lives. Feel free to share these stories with your children or anyone who needs this poignant reminder, for as Winston Churchill so wisely said:
Success is not final. Failure is not fatal. It is the courage to continue that counts…
50 FAMOUS INSPIRATIONAL PEOPLE WHO DIDN’T GIVE UP
Story 1 — Thomas Edison
When he was in first grade his teachers expelled him from school and told his parents he was too stupid and mentally retarded and not suitable to receive an education.
Edison spent many hours experimenting in the family garage and tried 10,000 different experiments before he came up with a solution and invented the world’s first electric globe. In his lifetime he patented 1093 inventions.
Story 2 — Albert Einstein
Einstein didn’t start speaking until he was four years old.
There was some concern on the part of his parents he might be somewhat backward.
During his school years he showed no special aptitude because of his dislike for rigid methods of instruction and he was cited by school officials as being disruptive.
He failed the entrance exam to a university a number of times and he made his great discoveries while working by day in a low-level clerical job.
Many today believe he was dyslexic and yet he is still widely considered to be one of the smartest individuals that ever lived.
Story 3 — Ray Kroc
At the age of 52 Kroc, the founder of McDonalds, mustered up enough courage in his new idea to re-mortgage his home and borrow lots of money.
Despite being plagued by years of health issues, including arthritis, diabetes and losing his bladder and most of his thyroid gland, he continued to persevere and believe in himself. Today McDonalds is the second most recognizable name in the world, next to Coca Cola.
Story 4 — Colonel Sanders
At the age of 65 Colonel Sanders, a sixth grade dropout and the founder of KFC, drove across United States of America, restaurant to restaurant, often sleeping in his car, believing one day his “secret recipe” would pay off.
He was told no 1009 times before he sold his first piece of chicken. Imagine if he chose to give up after his 500th or 1000th rejection? But he didn’t give up, did he?
Story 5 — Elvis Presley
In 1954 Jimmy Denny, manager of the Grand Ole Opry, fired Elvis Presley after one performance.
He told Presley: “you ain’t going nowhere son. You ought to go back to driving a truck.” He went on to become one of the most significant icons of the 20th century and is often referred to as the “King of Rock and Roll.”
Story 6 — Marilyn Monroe
In 1944 Emmeline Snively, director of Blue Book Modelling Agency told the modelling hopeful (then still known by her real name Norma Jean Baker):
“You’d better learn secretarial work or else get married.”
She went on to become one of the most iconic actresses of the 1950s and is still today considered to be a major pop culture icon.
Story 7 — The Beatles
The Beatles were rejected by Decca Records in 1962. Their feedback on their ability: “We don’t like their sound and guitar music is on their way out.”
The Beatles went on to become widely regarded as the most influential act of the rock era, selling more than 178 million albums in the United States alone.
Story 8 — Malcolm Forbes
Even though he became the editor-in-chief and publisher of Forbes magazine (a business magazine, which a portion of was reportedly sold for $300 million in 2013) Forbes failed to even make the staff of the school newspaper as an undergraduate at Princeton University.
Story 9 — Al Pacino
Pacino was rejected for the part of Michael in “The Godfather” a number of times before he eventually won the role which went on to bring his international acclaim and recognition.
Story 10 — Sylvester Stallone
Stallone was turned down a thousand times by agents and was down to his last $600 before he found a company that would produce his first film Rocky.
In 1977 Stallone was nominated for two Academy Awards for Rocky — for Best Original Screenplay and Best Actor. He became the third man in history to receive these two nominations for the same film.
Story 11 — Arnold Schwarzenegger
Schwarzenegger was told if he wanted to succeed as an actor he better learn to speak without an accent and change his name. He went on to gain worldwide game as a Hollywood action film icon.
Story 12 — Woody Allen
The Academy Award-winning writer, producer and director flunked motion picture production at New York University and the City College of New York. He also failed English at New York University.
Story 13 — Billy Joel
Joel was denied his high school diploma due to excessive absenteeism.
He ran away from home and was arrested on suspicious of burglary. The charges were dropped but a terrifying night in jail did little to help build a happy outlook on life.
He attempted suicide by drinking furniture polish instead of bleach because he thought “it would taste better”.
When that didn’t solve his problem he committed himself to a mental ward at Meadowbrook Hospital for three weeks and quickly discovered he was quite sane.
The hospital visit strengthened his resolve to make it in rock and roll. He had many more failures before he finally succeeded. To date he has sold more than 150 million albums.
Story 14 — Buddy Holly
In 1956 Holly was fired by Paul Cohen from Decca Records. Cohen called him “the biggest no-talent I have ever worked with’.
Twenty years later Rolling Stone magazine named Holly, along with Chuck Berry, a major influence on rock music during the Sixties.
Story 15 — J.K Rowling
Even though her Harry Potter brand is estimated to be worth $15 billion today, Rowling was at one point in her life a depressed, divorced, penniless, single mother raising a child on her own.
Twelve publishers rejected her Harry Potter manuscript. During a Harvard commencement speech, the author outlined the importance and value of failure.
In her words: “I had failed on an epic scale.”
An exceptionally short-lived marriage had imploded, and I was jobless, a lone parent, and as poor as it is possible to be in modern Britain, without being homeless.
The fears that my parents had had for me, and that I had had for myself, had both come to pass, and by every usual standard, I was the biggest failure I knew.”
Coming out of this failure stronger and more determined was the key to her success. Her books went on to sell more than 400 million copies and are the best-selling book series in history.
Story 16 — Louis L’Armour
The successful author of over 100 western novels with over 320 million copies sold received 350 rejections before he made his first sale
Story 17 — Walt Disney
Disney was turned down 302 times before he got financing for his dream of creating “the happiest place on Earth”, better known today as Disneyland.
Story 18 — Steve Jobs
Amazingly Steve Jobs was fired from the company he founded — Apple. He also failed with NeXT, another computer company and the Lisa computer. When Jobs later returned to Apple, he led the business to become the most profitable company in the US.
Story 19 — Steven Spielberg
Steven Spielberg was rejected both times he applied to school at University of Southern California (USC). He didn’t let that rejection stop him from pursuing his dreams of being a film director.
He now has a personal worth of $3 billion and the gross value from the films he has directed exceeds $9 billion. He was later awarded an honorary degree from USC.
Story 20 — Oprah Winfrey
Despite now being a multi-billionaire Oprah Winfrey endured a difficult childhood, including abuse. She was fired from one of her early television reporting jobs as “she was deemed not suitable for television.”
Oprah went on to become the undisputed queen of television with her talk show, “The Oprah Winfrey Show.” She is also viewed as an influential figure who continues to inspire people with her positive and uplifting messages.
Story 21 — Michael Jordan
Before Michael Jordan became one of the greatest basketball players of all time, he faced adversity and setbacks. As a high school sophomore, Jordan was cut from his varsity basketball team, a moment that fueled his determination to succeed.
Instead of giving up, Jordan used this setback as motivation to work harder. He went on to become a six-time NBA champion, five-time MVP, and widely regarded as the greatest basketball player of all time. Jordan’s story teaches us the importance of resilience, perseverance, and turning failure into fuel for success.
That only inspired him to work harder.
In his words: “I have missed more than 9000 shots in my career. I have lost almost 300 games.
On 26 occasions I have been entrusted to take the game winning shot…and I missed. I have failed over and over and over again in my life and that’s precisely why I succeed.”
Story 22 — Jim Carrey
Before Jim Carrey became one of Hollywood’s most successful and beloved actors, he faced numerous challenges and rejections. As a struggling young comedian, Carrey faced financial hardship and had to overcome obstacles on his path to success. Despite facing setbacks, Carrey never lost sight of his dream of becoming a successful actor and comedian.
When Carrey was a teenager he and his family worked as janitors and lived in a tent on their aunt’s lawn. The first time he got onstage to do an act at Yuk Yuk’s comedy club he bombed big time. When he returned two years later he was wonderful. Through perseverance, hard work, and unwavering belief in himself, Carrey eventually achieved his goal, becoming one of the highest-paid actors in Hollywood. His story serves as a powerful reminder that resilience, determination, and self-belief are essential ingredients for success.The now famous comedian and actor went on to star in many successful films and reportedly has a net worth of $150 million.
Story 23 — Burt Reynolds
In 1959 Reynolds was told by a Universal Pictures executive he had no talent.
He went on to become a famous American actor, director and producer, starring in many television series and films. He also won two Golden Globe Awards, one for Best Actor in a Television Series Musical or Comedy and another for Best Supporting Actor — Motion Picture.
Story 24 — Lucille Ball
In 1927 Ball was told by the head instructor of John Murray Anderson Drama School: “Try any other profession. Any other.”
She went on to become a much-loved American actress and comedian, starring in numerous self-produced sitcoms including I Love Lucy and The Lucy Show.
Story 25 — Liv Ullman
The two-time Academy Award nominee failed an audition for the state theatre school in Norway. The judges told her she had no talent.
Story 26 — Clint Eastwood
In 1959 a Universal Pictures executive told Eastwood he had a chip on his tooth, his Adam’s apple sticks out too far and he talks too slow.
He went on to contribute to over 50 films as a famous American actor, film director, producer and composer, earning considerable critical praise.
Story 27 — Sidney Poitier
After his first audition, Poitier was told by the casting director, “Why don’t you stop wasting people’s time and go out and become a dishwasher or something?”
Poitier vowed to show him that he could make it and went on to become the first African-American to win an Academy Award for Best Actor.
Story 28 — Madonna
Before becoming Madonna the now world-famous singer was Madonna Louise Ciccone.
Her mother died of breast cancer when she was only five years old and she later dropped out of college to move to New York.
There she worked odd jobs to pay her rent including waitressing, dancing and working as a nude model.
She was fired from her jobs at Dunkin Donuts and as a hat check woman at the Russian Tea Room.
Still she never gave up her dream to sing and she succeeded. Madonna has sold more than 300 million albums worldwide and is recognized as the best-selling female recording artist of all time by Guinness World Records.
Story 29 — Stephen King
King was raised in poverty and grew up as a paranoid, troubled child. When he was two years old his father left his family by pretending he was going to buy a packet of cigarettes.
King was addicted to drugs and alcohol that he used to cope with the unhappiness he felt in his life.
His first book, Carrie was rejected 30 times and he proceeded to throw it in the trash.
It was his wife who retrieved it from the trash and encouraged him to try again. He eventually went on to publish 54 novels and nearly 200 short stories.
His books have sold more than 350 million copies, many of which have been adapted into films, miniseries, TV shows and comic books.
Story 30 — Alexander Bell
When Bell invented the telephone in 1876, President Rutherford Hayes said: “That’s an amazing invention but who would ever want to use one of them?”
Story 31 — Ludwig Van Beethoven
Even though this German composer is considered to be the most famous and influential of all composers his music teacher once said of Beethoven “as a composer, he is hopeless.”
By his late twenties his hearing began to deteriorate and by the last decade of his life he was almost totally deaf but still be continued to compose.
Many of his most admired works come from the last fifteen years of his life.
Story 32 — Vincent Van Gogh
During his lifetime this artist suffered from mental illness, failed relationships and committed suicide at the age of 37. He only ever sold one painting during his life so he died thinking he was a failure, when in fact he is now known as the greatest artist that ever lived.
In his words: “if you hear a voice within you say ‘you cannot paint’ by all means paint and that voice will be silenced.”
Story 33 — Edmund Hillary
In 1952 Hillary attempted to climb Mount Everest but failed. After his failed attempt he made a fist and pointed to the mountain.
“Mount Everest you beat me the first time but I’ll beat you the next time because you’ve grown all you are going to grow but I’m still growing!” One year later, on May 29, Hillary succeeded in becoming the first man to climb Mount Everest.
Story 34 — James Dyson
It took this British inventor five years and more than 5,000 failed prototypes before he finally developed the world’s first bagless vacuum cleaner.
Then ten years later when no other manufacturers would produce his vacuum he decided to set up his own facility.
Now the Dyson is the best-selling vacuum in the world and has a net worth of almost $5 billion.
Motivational Story 35 — Fred Smith
“The concept is interesting and well-formed but in order to earn better than a C the idea must be feasible.”
This is the comment a Yale professor wrote on the paper written by Smith, proposing a reliable overnight delivery service. FedEx, the shipping company, now has over 300,000 employees and as of 2015 revenue of over $47 billion dollars.
Story 36 — Mary Kay Ash
Mary Kay Ash had a life filled with struggles before building her cosmetics company into a multi-billion empire.
She sold books door to door while her husband served in World War 2 and when he returned from duty they divorced.
Ash was left with three children at a time when there was still a real stigma about being divorced.
She married again and planned a new business with her new husband but he died one month prior to the launch.
One month later, at age 45 and with a $5,000 investment from her oldest son, Ash finally launched her business Mary Kay Cosmetics.
It now has 300 million independent salespeople selling more than 200 products in 35 countries and a wholesale annual revenue of over $3 billion.
Story 37 — Bill Gates
Bill Gates, currently the richest man in the world (worth $76.6 billion in 2016), didn’t always seemed destined for success.
He was a Harvard school dropout and his first business Traf-O-Data was a true failure. However, skill and a passion for computer programming kept him going and he later created the global empire called Microsoft.
In his own words: “Its fine to celebrate success but it is more important to heed the lessons of failure.”
Story 38 — Wilma Rudolph
At the age of 4 Rudolph contracted double pneumonia and scarlet fever, leaving her with her left leg paralyzed.
Her mother was told she would never walk again. At age 9 she removed her metal brace and by age 13 she had developed a rhythmic walk. That same year she decided to become a runner.
She entered every race and came in last. Everyone told her to quit but she kept on running until one day she eventually won a race. From then on she won every race and went on to win three Olympic gold medals.
Story 39 — Jack Andraka
When Andraka was 15 he has a crazy idea to create a diagnostic test for Pancreatic Cancer that was better than the tests developed by scientists, research labs and billion dollar pharmaceutical companies.
Jack wrote a proposal that was rejected by 199 research labs. Thankfully the 200th research lab — at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore — accepted him and he went on to develop a Pancreatic Cancer test that was 100 times better and 26,000 times less expensive than the current test.
It has since saved thousands of lives.
STORY 40 — Theodor Seuss Geisel
There is a good chance you have read at least one of Dr. Seuss’s books. His books, including The Cat in the Hat and Green Eggs and Ham have sold over 600 million copies and been translated into more than 20 languages.
Yet Dr. Seuss’ first book To Think I Saw It On Mulberry Street was rejected by 27 different publishers before he finally found someone who agreed to publish it.
Story 41 — Jack Canfield
Canfield was rejected by 144 publishers before he finally found a publisher for his book, Chicken Soup for the Soul.
When Jack told the publisher his goal was to sell 1.5 million books in the first 18 months, the publisher laughed and said he’d be lucky to sell 20,000.
That first book sold more than 8 million copies in America and 10 million copies around the world and this book brand is now worth $1 Billion.
Story 42 — Stan Smith
Smith is a former world number one American tennis player and two-time Grand Slam singles champion but it didn’t always seem as if he would succeed in this sport.
As a kid he tried to get a job as a ballboy. But he was turned down because the organisers thought he was too clumsy and uncoordinated. He later won eight Davis Cups.
Story 43 — Charles Schultz
Even though he is now famous for his Peanuts comic strip, Schultz had every cartoon he submitted rejected by his high school yearbook staff.
Even after high school, the cartoonist didn’t have much luck, after applying and being rejected for a position working with Walt Disney. He is now widely regarded as one of the most influential cartoonists of all time and is cited as a major influence by many later cartoonists.
Story 44 — Babe Ruth
This American professional baseball player is well known for his impressive home run record — 714 homeruns during his career.
But it came with a pretty big price tag — 1330 strikeouts in total. For decades he held this strikeout record and when asked to explain he simply said, “Every strike brings me closer to the next home run.”
Story 45 — H Macy
Even though his department store chain is now super successful, with almost 800 stores around the U.S, Macy didn’t always have it easy.
Macy actually started four retail dry goods stores, which were all failed businesses. But he learnt from his mistakes and over time his new business grew.
Story 46 — Abraham Lincoln
Today Lincoln is remembered as one of the America’s greatest leaders but he too had his own fair share of failures.
For starters in his youth he went to war as a captain but was discharged from this command and re-enlisted as a private, which is the lowest of all military positions.
Some of his neighbors and family members thought he was lazy for all his “reading, scribbling, and writing” and believed he did it to avoid manual labor.
He started numerous businesses which failed and was defeated in many times in his run for public office before finally becoming the 16th US President.
Story 47 — Charles Darwin
This renowned scientist, who is best known for establishing that all species of life have descended over time from common ancestors, wasn’t always considered smart.
He gave up on having a medical career and was often reprimanded by his father for being lazy and too dreamy.
Darwin himself wrote, “I was considered by all my masters and my father, a very ordinary boy, rather below the common standard of intellect.”
Today Darwin is well-known for his scientific studies.
Story 48 — Chester Carlson
After seven long years of rejections a tiny business called Haloid Company purchased the rights to this inventor’s electrostatic paper-copying process.
Haloid later became Xerox Corporation. For years it seemed this was an invention nobody wanted.Yet because of Carlson’s commitment to his dream, the photo-copier eventually became a commonplace, essential piece of office equipment.
Story 49 — Akio Mortia
The name of this businessman may not ring a bell but his company will — Sony.
Their first product was an electric rice cooker that never even worked properly — it either produced undercooked or overcooked rice.
After selling only 100 units they moved on from this failure and went on create a multi-billion dollar company providing consumer electronics, video games and entertainment goods.
Story 50 — Nick Woodman
After finishing school Woodman started two companies that failed.
The first was a website selling electronic goods and the second was Funbug, a gaming and marketing platform that gave users the chance to win cash prizes.
Funbug was back by $3.9 million from investors and all of that money was lost. After his second business failure Woodman took an extended surfing trip and realized he wanted to take videos while he was surfing.
That led to his next idea — cameras that make it easy for people to video while participating in activities.
Woodman and his future wife financed the business by selling shell necklaces they bought in Bali ($1.90) out of the trunk of their car to raise money for Nick’s business (they sold the necklaces for $60).
His mother also loaned him $35000 and finally GoPro was launched. The company is now worth $1 billion.
IN A NUTSHELL
In a world often filled with challenges and uncertainties, stories of triumph, resilience, and hope serve as guiding beacons, illuminating the path forward even in the darkest of times. From overcoming adversity to achieving remarkable feats, these motivational stories inspire us to persevere, believe in ourselves, and strive for greatness.
Here are some more bonus motivational stories:
The Story of Nick Vujicic:
Born without arms and legs, Nick Vujicic’s journey is a testament to the power of determination and resilience. Despite facing immense physical challenges, Nick refused to let his disabilities define him. Instead, he embraced life with unwavering positivity, becoming a motivational speaker, author, and advocate for people with disabilities. His story inspires millions to embrace their uniqueness, overcome obstacles, and live life to the fullest.
The Miracle on the Hudson:
In January 2009, Captain Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger made history when he successfully landed US Airways Flight 1549 on the Hudson River after both engines failed. Miraculously, all 155 passengers and crew survived, thanks to Sully’s quick thinking and skillful piloting.
His remarkable feat of heroism and calm under pressure serves as a reminder of the extraordinary courage and resilience that can emerge in times of crisis.
The Pursuit of Happiness:
The true story of Chris Gardner, portrayed by Will Smith in the film “The Pursuit of Happyness,” is a poignant tale of determination and perseverance. After facing homelessness and financial hardship, Chris refused to give up on his dreams of a better life for himself and his son.
Through sheer grit and determination, he overcame countless obstacles to eventually become a successful entrepreneur and motivational speaker, inspiring others to never lose sight of their goals.
Malala Yousafzai’s Fight for Education:
Malala Yousafzai’s courageous advocacy for girls’ education in Pakistan made her the target of a Taliban assassination attempt at just 15 years old. Despite being shot in the head, Malala survived and continued her fight for education and human rights.
Her resilience and unwavering commitment to her cause earned her the Nobel Peace Prize, making her the youngest-ever recipient. Malala’s story inspires countless young people to stand up for what they believe in and strive for positive change in the world.
Bethany Hamilton’s Unwavering Determination:
Bethany Hamilton, a professional surfer, lost her left arm in a shark attack at the age of 13. Despite this devastating setback, Bethany refused to give up her passion for surfing. With unwavering determination and resilience, she returned to the water just weeks after the attack and went on to become one of the top female surfers in the world.
Bethany’s story of perseverance and courage reminds us that with determination and a positive mindset, we can overcome even the most challenging obstacles.
The Three Feet from Gold Story:
This motivational tale originated from Napoleon Hill’s book “Think and Grow Rich.” It tells the story of a man who sells his gold mine after digging for gold for several years without success, only to discover later that he had stopped just three feet short of a massive gold vein.
The new owner dug just three feet further and unearthed one of the largest gold deposits in history. The moral of the story is that success often requires perseverance and resilience in the face of challenges. It serves as a reminder to never give up on our dreams, even when we face setbacks or obstacles along the way.
The Miracle of the Thai Cave Rescue:
In 2018, twelve boys and their soccer coach became trapped in a flooded cave in Thailand. The world watched in suspense as an international team of divers and rescue workers launched a daring mission to save them. Despite treacherous conditions and seemingly insurmountable odds, all thirteen members of the soccer team were successfully rescued after being trapped for over two weeks. Their remarkable rescue serves as a testament to the power of teamwork, bravery, and unwavering determination in the face of adversity.
The Inspirational Journey of Nelson Mandela:
Nelson Mandela’s lifelong dedication to the fight against apartheid in South Africa and his unwavering commitment to peace and reconciliation have made him a global icon of perseverance and resilience.
Despite spending 27 years in prison for his anti-apartheid activism, Mandela emerged as a symbol of hope and forgiveness. His remarkable journey from prisoner to president serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of perseverance, forgiveness, and reconciliation in the face of injustice.
The Story of Arunima Sinha:
Arunima Sinha, a former national level volleyball player from India, lost her leg in a tragic incident when she was pushed out of a moving train by robbers. Despite this devastating setback, Arunima refused to let her circumstances define her.
With unwavering determination, she set her sights on a new goal: becoming the first female amputee to climb Mount Everest. In 2013, Arunima achieved her remarkable feat, overcoming physical challenges and extreme weather conditions to reach the summit. Her inspiring journey serves as a reminder that with resilience, perseverance, and a positive mindset, we can conquer even the most daunting obstacles.
The Story of Jessica Cox:
Jessica Cox was born without arms due to a rare birth defect. Despite this physical challenge, Jessica refused to let her disability hold her back. With determination and perseverance, she learned to adapt and excel in various activities, including driving a car, flying an airplane, and becoming a certified scuba diver.
In 2008, Jessica became the first person without arms to earn a pilot’s license, defying stereotypes and inspiring others to overcome their own limitations. Her story is a testament to the power of resilience, determination, and the human spirit.
The Story of Michael Oher:
Michael Oher, a professional football player, overcame a childhood marked by poverty, homelessness, and instability to achieve success on and off the field. Despite facing numerous obstacles, including academic struggles and a lack of support, Michael’s determination and resilience propelled him to pursue his passion for football.
With the help of caring mentors and coaches, Michael eventually earned a scholarship to play college football and went on to have a successful career in the NFL. His story, immortalized in the book and film “The Blind Side,” serves as a powerful reminder that with perseverance and support, anything is possible.
IN CONCLUSION
These stories of triumph, resilience, and hope remind us that even in the face of adversity, it is possible to overcome challenges and achieve greatness.
Whether it’s through sheer determination, unwavering courage, or the support of others, these individuals have demonstrated the extraordinary potential within each of us to make a difference in the world. I want you to use these stories to inspire you to embrace life’s challenges with courage, resilience, and optimism, knowing that with perseverance and belief in ourselves, anything is possible.
These motivational stories remind us that it is totally normal to doubt yourself and question your worth and abilities. Sure it’s not fun making mistakes and feeling scared.
But you know what is even scarier?
It’s not trying, not knowing what you could have achieved and not experiencing everything life has to offer you. Especially when the opportunity is sitting there, waiting for you to act. So be brave enough to live life to its fullest every day.
Self-confidence comes from within — from knowing failure won’t kill you.
It comes from knowing you will usually get better at things with time and practice and from knowing you are special.
You really are!
All of these things are true so remind yourself often of these facts especially if you want to achieve great things.When you aren’t scared to do things, you open yourself and your life up to so many new experiences.
You learn and understand failure isn’t something to be upset about because something good comes out of every experience.
Even if you don’t come first or get exactly what you hoped for, you are doing something infinitely more important. And that’s living and embracing life — the good, the bad and the not so pretty.
When you do these things without letting fear stop you, you show courage and grow more confident every day.
So once again — NEVER, EVER GIVE UP.
Do your best to keep these motivational stories of perseverance and determination in mind whenever you face your own challenges in life.
Frances Vidakovic is a certified life coach for goal getters, with a degree in psychology, host of the INSPIRING LIFE PODCAST, course creator and CEO of the award-winning website InspiringMomLife.
She helps busy women achieve their goals, without sacrificing their family life or their sanity. Her one true superpower is transforming dreamers into doers.
