Abraham Lincoln Shoemaker’s Son 16th President of The United States of America
Story of Abraham Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln entered to give his inaugural speech, just in the middle of the speech, a very wealthy man stood up and had this to say “Mr Lincoln you should not forget that you father used to make shoes for my family and the whole senate laughed of which they thought they had made fun of him. Lincoln looked the man directly in the eye and said, “sir I know that my father used to make shoe for you and your family, and there will be many others here which he also made shoes for and that’s because he had made them the way nobody else did. He was a creator, his shoes were not just shoes, he poured his whole soul to it and so I’m asking you, do you have any complaints? Because I know how to make shoes myself, if you have any complaints, I can make you another pair but as far as I know nobody has ever complained about my father’s shoes and that’s because he is a genius, a creator and I am proud of my father.” The whole senate was struck with disbelief, they couldn’t understand what kind of man Abraham Lincoln was, he was very proud of the kind of work his father did and how well he did it, he wasn’t even angry or to think of taking it up with the wealthy man that interrupted him but rather used that opportunity to pass out another kind of message to the whole world.
A Letter from Abraham Lincoln to His Son’s Teacher
Khuzaimah And The Roman Emperor
Khuzaimah Abrash, the Arabian king, never embarked upon any task without first conferring with the Roman Emperor who was one of his closest friends. Once, with the intention of seeking the Emperor’s opinion regarding his children’s fortune, he sent a letter to him with his herald. In the letter, he wrote:
“I feel I should set aside great riches for each of my sons and daughters in order that they do not fall into bad times after me. What is your opinion in this affair?”
The Roman Emperor replied: “Wealth is a sweetener - unfaithful and impermanent! The best service for your children would be to embellish them with good morals and laudable attributes, which will lead to permanent leadership in the world and forgiveness (of sins) in the hereafter.”
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Don't worry about making mistakes.
[Mistakes are a universal part of the human experience. They happen to everyone, and it's a natural aspect of growth and learning. What often matters most is how we respond to and learn from those mistakes. Embracing the lessons, adapting, and using them as opportunities for improvement can lead to personal and professional development. The key is not to be afraid of making mistakes but to view them as stepping stones on the path to success.]
Everybody makes mistakes and you're not special.
Because you make a mistake. There is no big deal to make a mistake.
It's all in recovery, growth and improvement.
Most people don't recover from a mistake.
If you wanna differentiate yourself, get the blessings of the lesson. Get up and move.
You have to ask to get. You don't ask, you don't get. Better, ask what you want. You better be clear about your expectations.
[Effective communication often involves being explicit about your needs and desires. Asking for what you want, not only clarifies your expectations but also opens the door for others to understand and fulfill those needs.]
Spend time, not only loving but studying, understanding, and forgiving your parents, relatives, friends, system.
They won't always be there. They did the best they could. They're just people, too, like you and other people.
[Spending time not only loving but also studying, understanding, and forgiving one's parents emphasizes the complexity of human relationships. Recognizing that parents are individuals who are not perfect and have done their best adds a compassionate perspective. Time spent in understanding and forgiveness fosters deeper connections and helps to appreciate the shared humanity.]
Life is a journey. Enjoy the trip.
[Embracing the ups and downs, the challenges, and the joys can lead to a more fulfilling and meaningful experience. Finding joy in the process, learning from the experiences, and being present in the moment can make the journey itself a valuable and rewarding part of life.
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