What happens when you stop trying?

Nothing happens except for understanding what has yet to work

Agu Sergius Alex, MD ✨
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2 min readJun 18, 2024

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In life, we are not mere observers but active creators. We possess the incredible power of imagination, the ability to transform our boldest dreams into tangible realities. It is the essence of our creation: an idea followed by decisive action, leading to its manifestation. It’s this power that sets us apart and propels us forward.

According to motivational speakers, the difference is that someone who has tried and given up may have gained valuable lessons, while the person who did Nothing hasn’t learned anything. However, in terms of the results, Nothing happened.

If you have embarked on a journey with someone with some failed experiences, you will realise they know the terrain more than you do. They are in the best position to say what wouldn’t work, and they may not be the best at saying what would, apart from the fact that they may give it a better shot.

So, giving up is not a thing to rejoice over, but it’s not the same as doing Nothing, though it may look like Nothing happened because the person returns to the same place where Nothing happened. Not giving up indicates that you do not accept that Nothing happened.

Success comes from trying.

Keep striving, no matter what has yet to happen.
Make something great happen.

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Agu Sergius Alex, MD ✨
Blue Insights

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