Physical limitations (disablitas) are not an obstacle for most people to move forward. they prove to their surroundings and even the world, that the shortcomings in the body do not become an obstacle to independence and achievement.
They are also ordinary people who can feel the burden and problems. however, behind all the limitations and shortcomings it has, with mental wealth (discipline, hard work, diligence, and others) they are willing to fight and get past the limits.
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What about us? lest we be physically complete, but our mentality is poor (lazy, pessimistic, complaining, and so on). Actually we all have obstacles / hurdles that must be conquered in order to become stronger. Let's learn from the following figures.
Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827)
not everyone understands Beethoven's classical music title. However, unwittingly almost everyone must have heard and also enjoyed the music, as it is often used for music illustrations in movies, played in office waiting rooms, and also used as ringtones.
the greatest composition of Beethoven many created when he was deaf (deaf). At the age of 20, Beethoven's hearing gradually declined and by age 40 he could not hear a total. in various stories, mentioned that he had wanted to commit suicide, because for the musician hearing is one of the most important thing. But that intention he aborted and when the weight is precisely the great works of Beethoven was born.
Inspiration from Beethoven:
"Do not just practice the arts, but also find the secret, to be able to make a great man."
"Music is the ultimate secret of policy and philosophy. Music is the place where the spirit is created and alive. "
Louis Braille (1809-1852)
Who does not know Braille? everyone knows the special letter for the blind person is a wonderful innovation that makes the blind can keep reading. This special letter makes it easy for people with visual impairment to learn and move.
the early story of the Braille letters began when Louis Braille had an accident at his father's workshop and caused him to be blind. Parental support for Louis to move normally just like any other person fosters his passion to keep learning. one day, Louis met Charles Barbier, an officer who taught him to read 12-point system scripts. It was from this Charles that Louis developed a more easily understood 6-point Braille letter for the visually impaired.
starting from blindness in childhood, Louis's services will last for those who can not see.
Inspiration from Braille:
"Braille is knowledge and knowledge is power."
"I feel incredible in life. God has given everything. "
Ratna Indraswari Ibrahim (1949-2011)
for the literary lover, the name Ratna Indraswari Ibrahim must be familiar. Hundreds of literary works were born of his thoughts, though he did not personally write them physically. the physical limitations of rheumatic disease since the age of 13 make the hands and feet do not work normally Therefore, he dictated to his assistants the literary work he was about to create.
The writing has become a subscription of national media in Indonesia. besides, Ratna has also been chairman of Bhakti Hati Nurani Foundation and Director of NGO Entropic.his work has made Ratna invited to various international forums such as the Women's International Congress in Beijing, MIUSA Leadership Training in Oregon, the World Women's Congress in Washington DC, and much more.
Inspiration from Ratna Ibrahim
"What is needed in Indonesia is not only smart people but also who care for others."
Habibie Afsyah (born in 1988)
Habibie Afsyah's name is widely known in Indonesia, especially young people. The struggle is indeed extraordinary. suffering from a rare disease Muscular Dystrophy Becker type, making his body does not grow perfectly and most of his limbs can not be moved. She had to ride in a wheelchair to live her activities and only her wrists and fingers could be moved.
but a matter of achievement, Habibie is a pioneer in the world of online marketing. His perseverance in running online marketing on the internet made hundreds of millions of money. Limitations do not prevent Habibie from continuing to learn and increase his potential. he is now even often invited to motivate many people, because with all the limitations, Habibie can prove capable of achieving a brilliant achievement.
Inspiration from Habibie
"My weakness is my strength."