Have You Embraced Your Unique Current?

Quote

“Everyone is a genius. But if you judge a fish on its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.” Albert Einstein

Life Example

Richard Branson, a British business magnate, and investor is a living embodiment of the quote . Despite struggling academically and being dyslexic, Branson didn't let conventional standards define his capabilities. In 1970, he founded Virgin as a mail-order record retailer, which eventually grew into the Virgin Group, a conglomerate with ventures in music, airlines, telecommunications, and space travel. Branson's genius lies in his ability to think outside the box, take risks, and pursue ventures that align with his passion and vision. His success showcases the importance of recognizing and nurturing diverse talents, irrespective of conventional educational measures.

Explanation

There have been too many instances of people growing up their entire lives feeling like failures because they were being assessed the wrong way. While institutions like school may be an okay option to try and help people grow and blossom I think it’s pretty known now that it doesn't work for everyone. There are thousands and thousands of stories out there about people that were coming up short in school but they still succeeded in life because they figured out a way to properly nurture their strengths.

Question

Take a few moments and ask yourself “ Have I explored unconventional paths that align with my strengths, or am I adhering to societal norms that might not resonate with my true potential?”

I hope this newsletter can potentially help you look at certain things from a different point of view and help you have a better day!