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Greetings everyone! I hope you're all doing well. I'm good too, thank God. I wanted to post this article yesterday, but I had some internet problems, so I couldn’t do it on time. I know the contest is over, but since I had already written this, I thought I’d share it anyway. Even if it doesn’t count for the contest, it’s fine. I won’t be upset. Let’s get into the contest where we had to give our opinions on some quotes and then share a personal quote of our own. The three quotes I picked for my entry are from Elon Musk, Milton Berle, and Michael Jordan. So, let’s begin without wasting any more time.

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“When something is important enough, you do it even if the odds are not in your favor” - Elon Musk

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This is a very popular quote from Elon Musk. When something matters so much that life feels incomplete without it, that’s when you should ignore the odds. I think there are moments in life when we’re scared to take on certain challenges because they seem too hard or too risky. However, some things are so essential that taking a little risk for them feels worth it. Take Elon Musk and his projects like SpaceX and Tesla. He must have felt that space exploration and making electric cars were important for the world, regardless of the dangers. Today, if we can go to space and see electric cars around us, it’s because Elon Musk defied the odds. I believe everyone should have goals in their life they’re willing to do anything for. Something so crucial that odds don’t matter. Because sometimes, our dreams are so big that to achieve them, we need to take some risks. The key is to trust yourself and your vision. Then you’ll see every obstacle in life becomes easier, as long as you have the bravery and dedication.

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“If opportunity doesn’t knock, build a door” - Milton Berle

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What a smart remark Milton Berle makes. I find this even more applicable in today’s times. I see a lack of passion and motivation in today’s youth. Everyone waits for the right opportunity to come along. But I believe we can make our own way. As soon as we graduate, everyone is looking for a good job. But what about starting our own business or venture? In the age of social media and the internet, anyone can build their brand or start an online business. All you need is creativity, hard work, and commitment. If opportunity doesn’t come knocking, as Milton Berle said, build your own door. Don’t just look for opportunities, create them.

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“You have to expect things of yourself before you can do them” - Michael Jordan

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Listening to Michael Jordan’s words made me think about my own life. To be honest, many of us lag behind simply because we don’t expect enough from ourselves. When we undervalue our abilities, the world loses confidence in us too. But when we work hard and believe in ourselves, things get simpler. This doesn’t just apply to our careers or businesses but all aspects of life, be it studies, sports, or relationships. If we don’t expect to do well, we won’t try our best, and the results will show that.

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“Be a source of positivity in a world filled with negativity” – Waqar Ahmad Shah

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Let’s talk about my personal quote, which I’ve also added to my Facebook bio. Nowadays, there seems to be a lot of negative people, especially on social media where everyone thinks they’re an expert, quick to judge without considering the potential psychological impact of their words. That’s why, instead of adding to the negativity, we should spread as much positivity as possible. Aim to be a reason for others’ joy rather than causing them pain.

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I trust that you enjoyed reading my article. 😊

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^{Author: @waqarahmadshah | Date: 05-Oct-2023 | Achievement 1}