"إذا ذهبت إلى قبرك دون أن ترسم تحفتك الفنية، فلن يتم رسمها. لا أحد غيرك يستطيع أن يرسمها."

You know that feeling when you have an idea—a big, bold, beautiful idea—lurking in your mind? That’s your masterpiece. And if you don't act on it, well, it might never see the light of day. The core idea here is simple: only you can create your unique contribution to the world. If you don’t do it, it won't get done. Period.

Thinking back through history, this idea isn’t new. Consider the countless inventions and works of art that define our culture. Each of them came from someone who dared to bring their vision to life. Take Vincent van Gogh, for example. He was never celebrated in his lifetime and struggled with mental health issues. But he kept painting. Imagine a world without "Starry Night" or "Sunflowers." If Van Gogh had given up, thinking no one would ever appreciate his work, we would've lost those masterpieces forever.

So, let’s dive into a real-life scenario. Picture Jane, a software developer with a knack for user-friendly design. She’s got an idea for an app that could revolutionize online education, making it far more accessible and engaging. But she’s got a stable job, and the thought of stepping out of her comfort zone is terrifying. Jane could easily let the idea fester until it dies a slow death in her mind. But if she does that, her app will never exist. Students who could have benefited will never use it. Her unique touch—her masterpiece—will be lost forever.

Here’s where you come in. Think about your own life. You've got dreams, ideas, and projects lingering in the back of your mind. What's stopping you? Fear of failure? Lack of time? Perfectionism? The thing is, you don’t have to quit your job, move to a remote island, and work on your project 24/7. Start small. Allocate an hour a day or even an hour a week. The key is to start. Don’t let those ideas gather dust.

Imagine this: You’re at a coffee shop with a friend, and she’s venting about her job. She's always wanted to write a book but feels like she’s missed her chance. You tell her about the idea that’s been bouncing around in your head—the one about not going to your grave without painting your masterpiece. You see, you’re in the same boat. You both are. It feels daunting to start, but then you think, if Van Gogh can do it, why can’t I?

In this scenario, your friend decides to start writing her book during her lunch breaks. One page at a time. You do the same with your app idea, jotting down notes and sketching designs in the evenings. Months pass, and guess what? Progress. Real, tangible progress. The book starts taking shape, the app begins to look like something that could actually work.

So here’s the advice: Start today. Don’t wait for the perfect moment because it doesn’t exist. Your masterpiece—whatever it is—won’t get painted unless you pick up the brush. It’s your unique contribution to the world. No one else can do it for you. And trust me, the world will be a richer place with your masterpiece in it.

Thinking about it this way, it’s kind of thrilling, isn’t it? Knowing that you have something unique to offer, something only you can create. So go on, give it a shot. You might just surprise yourself. And the world? It’ll be better for it.