Here Are The Most Inspiring Personalities of All Times

Whenever you are down think of these people

Muang'Akili Tum'zito
Broader Insights

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They say when an ordinary person becomes bigger than the self, they are then considered extra-ordinary. The daring spirit of taking a little step further than the regular make ordinary people extraordinary, it creates heroes and legendary personalities where these types of people are remembered in history.

In life, there are always lows and highs, and sometimes we find ourselves in the worst situations. When this happens, I personally think of these people, who can be the most inspiring personalities of all time.

So here is the list of the most inspiring personalities of all time.

Nelson Mandela

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Born in South Africa, Eastern Cape, on 18 July 1918. His native name was Rolihlahla Mandela.

As a freedom fighter for equality for all people, he was jailed for 27 years, leaving his family behind. Yet his spirit remained unbroken. After years of persecution and injustice, he won his battles without mortal weapons or violence.

Terry Fox

Terry Fox Run — Wikipedia

A Canadian-born athlete, Terrance Stanley Fox, humanitarian and cancer research activist. With only one limb, he embarked on the journey running from East to West raising awareness and funds for cancer research.

His quest took him 143 days which because of his health condition, ended his life. However, he became a legend and one of the most inspiring personalities of all time. His movement has grown with over 60 countries involved. He was commemorated in the Canadian dollar.

Nick Vujicic

Nick Vujicic — Wikipedia

Nicholas James Vujicic is an Australian born without limbs. Regardless of his conditions, he has been able to live a happy and content life. He got married with two sons and daughters.

Nick is a motivational speaker that would inspire you no matter your situation or condition in life.

Martin Luther King Jr.

Martin Luther King Jr — source Wikipedia

Martin Luther King Jr was born on January 15, 1929 — April 4, 1968, was an activist who became the most visible spokesman and leader in the civil rights movement until he was assassinated.

He advanced civil rights for people of color in the United States through nonviolence and civil disobedience. He believed in nonviolent activism and led targeted, nonviolent resistance against Jim Crow laws and other forms of discrimination.

The civil rights movement achieved pivotal legislative gains in the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Voting Rights Act of 1965, and the Fair Housing Act of 1968.

Mahatma Gandhi

Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi — Wikipedia

Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was born on 2 October 1869–30 January 1948.

Found for Indian independence, high tax on farmers, and Anti-colonial nationalism. He was jailed many times in India and South Africa. But he promoted non-violent activism throughout his life until the British granted India its independence.

Conclusion

These are just a few among many inspiring personalities of all time. We can see that they went above and beyond their personal interests, they risk their lives for others and the greater good. Regardless of the hardships they endured and stayed focused on their goals.

So, whenever you feel defeated, and humiliated and are on the brink of giving up, think of these people to inspire you and get back on track.

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Muang'Akili Tum'zito
Broader Insights

An ordinary person, experiencing an extraordinary phenomenon. I talk, write and do all things life offers.