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Celebrities and other motivational icons who made it to the top, from real actors, athletes and authors who used to be just like you.
A Day of Blessings in the Haram.
The Haram in Makkah holds the same non-secular significance as only a few different places on Earth. It is the holiest region for tens of millions of Muslims globally, a haven of tranquillity, devotion, and connection to the divine. Stepping into the Masjid al-Haram, with the marvellous Kaaba at its centre, is getting into a realm of unwavering religion and boundless benefits.
By Mirza Afzal Baig2 years ago in Motivation
The Boy Who Fixed Shoes
In a small town with dusty roads and tired walls, lived a boy named Rafi. He was only ten when he started helping his father at their tiny shoe repair shop. The place was no bigger than a single room, tucked between two bigger stores that sold bright things. But inside that little shop, magic quietly happened every day.
By Nihal Khan2 years ago in Motivation
Charm Against an Egg Boat
In a quiet village by the river, there lived a little girl named Ina. She was known for her curiosity, her wild stories, and the little bag of charms she always wore around her neck. While other children played ball or chased chickens, Ina liked to sit by the river, talking to birds and folding tiny boats from eggshells.
By Nihal Khan2 years ago in Motivation
Mirror in the Morning
For as long as I can remember, I tried to be someone everyone else liked. In school, I laughed at jokes I didn’t find funny. I wore clothes that didn’t feel like me. I agreed with people just so they would not get upset. I said "yes" when I wanted to say "no." And after all that, I would go home feeling empty and small—like I had left pieces of myself behind.
By Nihal Khan2 years ago in Motivation
The Paper Boat
In a small village near a wide river, floods were a regular part of life. Every year, the heavy rains would come and the water would rise. The streets would fill with muddy water, and people would climb onto rooftops or seek shelter in nearby schools and temples.
By Nihal Khan2 years ago in Motivation
The Rabbit, the Turtle, and the Second Race
Once upon a time, in a lush green forest filled with chirping birds and whispering trees, there lived a turtle named Taro and a rabbit named Remy. Most animals knew them from the famous race they had long ago—where the fast and boastful Remy had lost to the slow but steady Taro.
By Nihal Khan2 years ago in Motivation
Genius: a journey into the minds of the greats
In 1921, Albert Einstein found himself in a corner of his room in Princeton, United States, immersed in an intense moment of reflection. It was a crucial period in his career, and his mind was focused on a problem that would change our understanding of the universe: the theory of general relativity. While the world outside continued to rush, he sat there, surrounded by scattered papers and incomplete notes. But what made him different from an average person wasn’t just the complexity of his research, but the way his mind worked.
By Halina Piekarska (UltraBeauty Blog)2 years ago in Motivation
Between Yesterday and Tomorrow Lies Today
Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment.” These simple words hold the wisdom of centuries. They offer a perspective that is both calming and empowering. In a world where so many are burdened by regrets of yesterday and worries of tomorrow, this message brings our focus back to where life truly exists—right here, right now. Every day, people wake up carrying yesterday’s weight. Memories of failure, heartbreak, or missed opportunities crowd their thoughts. The mind replays moments over and over again, asking what could have been done differently, how things might have turned out if only they had chosen another path. But no matter how many times we revisit the past, it remains unchanged. The past has already played its part. It shaped us, taught us, hurt us, and in some ways, helped us grow. Yet it is no longer a place we live in. When we dwell there, we stop truly living. We trap ourselves in a time that no longer exists, hoping it will somehow provide answers or comfort that the present can’t. The future, on the other hand, is equally seductive and dangerous. It promises better days, success, love, recognition, or peace. It teases us with visions of what could be if only we try harder, wait longer, or become someone else. We fantasize about future wealth, perfect relationships, and ideal circumstances, but we forget that the future is just a series of present moments waiting to happen. When we obsess about what’s next, we forget to appreciate what’s now. We trade today’s peace for tomorrow’s uncertainty. In between the weight of the past and the pull of the future lies the present. It’s the only time we truly have control over. Right now is the only space where we can breathe, act, choose, and feel. Every decision is made in the present. Every step we take, every word we speak, every connection we form t all happens in this fleeting moment. But the truth is, living in the present isn't always easy. Our minds are constantly distracted. We check our phones endlessly, flip through social media, worry about deadlines, replay conversations, and imagine scenarios that may never happen. The noise of modern life has made it hard to be still, to listen, and to just be. We’re trained to be multitaskers, to always be doing something. Stillness feels unproductive, yet it is in stillness that presence is found. Mindfulness offers a way to reclaim the present. It’s the practice of paying attention not in a judgmental or critical way, but with openness and curiosity. When you sit quietly and just notice your breath, you’re practicing mindfulness. When you listen to someone with full attention, not thinking about what to say next, you’re being present. When you eat a meal and actually taste every bite instead of rushing through it while watching a video or scrolling through your phone, you're grounding yourself in the now. Living in the moment does not mean we forget the past or ignore the future. It means we no longer let them control us. We take lessons from the past, but we don’t stay there. We plan for the future, but we don’t let it steal our joy. The key is balance. Reflect without regret. Dream without anxiety. And in between, embrace the life happening in front of you. People often say time is the most valuable resource, but few truly understand what that means. You can’t save time in a bank. You can’t borrow or lend it. You can’t find more of it somewhere else. The only time you ever really have is now. That makes the present moment not just important t makes it sacred. If you’ve ever lost someone unexpectedly or witnessed how quickly life can change, you know how precious the present is. We assume we have time. Time to say what we feel, to chase that dream, to make things right, or to enjoy life more fully. But sometimes, we don’t. That’s not meant to be scary t’s meant to be a reminder. A gentle call to stop postponing our happiness. To stop waiting for a better moment, because this one is already enough. Think about how much we miss when we’re not present. A child’s smile. A moment of kindness. A breeze on our skin. A deep breath. We rush through everything hoping to get to some magical destination, only to realize that life was never meant to be a race. It’s a series of moments strung together. And if we’re not paying attention, we miss the beauty right in front of us. There’s freedom in presence. When you’re present, you’re not judging yourself for the past. You’re not afraid of what might come next. You are simply here. You are enough, and this moment is enough. Start small. Take five minutes today to do nothing but breathe. Look out the window and observe what you see. Really taste your next cup of tea or coffee. Listen deeply when someone speaks to you. Notice how your body feels. These small shifts can awaken a powerful awareness. The more you practice, the more natural it becomes. It’s not about being perfect. You’ll still catch yourself worrying or reminiscing. But with awareness, you’ll bring yourself back more often. That’s where growth happens in the return. Every moment is a new chance to come back to yourself. Life is happening now. Not yesterday. Not tomorrow. Right now. And in this now, there is peace, possibility, and presence. Choose to live here.
By Nora Ariana2 years ago in Motivation
From ashes to ambitions
In the dim light of early morning, when the world is still tangled in the remnants of sleep, a single soul stands at the edge of a crumbled empire—an empire that once gleamed with prosperity, only to be reduced to smoldering ruins. The air is heavy with the scent of charred wood and lost potential, and the ground beneath her feet is scorched with the fiery memories of what once was. But the woman who stands amidst the ruins does not mourn. She does not weep. She only feels the stirring of something deep within her—a quiet yet fierce flame, rising from the ashes of her past. She knows this feeling. It's the taste of rebirth, the kind that comes only after the fiercest of battles, the hardest of falls.
By Muhammad Owais Ayaz2 years ago in Motivation
Golden Grit: The Story of Shannon Miller
In the world of gymnastics, few names hold as much weight as Shannon Miller. By the mid-1990s, she was already one of the most decorated American gymnasts, having won multiple Olympic and World Championship medals. But the dream of Olympic team gold had always eluded the U.S. women. That dream began to take shape leading into the 1996 Atlanta Summer Olympics, when an extraordinary group of young women came together to rewrite history.
By Fiaz ali2 years ago in Motivation
