If
you become discouraged, think of Helen Keller, who, though she was deaf
and blind, inspired her more fortunate contemporaries through her
books.
The life of Helen Keller is an outstanding example of the triumph of the
human spirit over a physical handicap. Even today, decades after her
death, her life stands as a beacon of hope for those who must constantly
struggle just to perform routine tasks that most of us take for
granted. Whenever you feel fate has been unkind to you, all you must do
is look around you and you will begin to appreciate how fortunate you
are. Make sure your life’s plan includes giving something back to the
community without expecting anything in return. Giving time and effort,
not just money, reinforces your connections to your community, provides
you with concrete proof of the effectiveness of deliberate action, and
reminds you of the inspiring power of determination in human endeavor.
