"عظمت چیزی نیست که یک شبه اتفاق بیفتد، یک سفر است"

Greatness isn't something that just shows up at your doorstep one day. It's more like a long road trip — the kind where you can't exactly pinpoint when you crossed the state line into "great." You just look up one day and realize you're not where you started.

Think about it: anything worth achieving takes time. This idea isn't new. It's been part of our collective wisdom for ages because, well, it's true. When we talk about greatness, whether it's in sports, music, business, or personal development, we're talking about a process, not a magic trick.

Let's rewind to the era of the Renaissance. Michelangelo didn't just pick up a chisel and create David in a day. He spent years honing his craft, learning from others, and pushing his boundaries. Imagine if he'd given up early on? We wouldn't have some of the world's most beautiful art.

In today's world, think about someone like J.K. Rowling. She wasn't an overnight success. She wrote Harry Potter while being a single mom, struggling to make ends meet. Her journey was filled with countless rejections before a publisher finally took a chance on her. And now? She's one of the most successful authors ever.

So, how do we apply this? First, let's accept that anything meaningful will take time. If you're passionate about something, dive in and embrace the grind. Don't expect instant results. Set small goals, celebrate the little wins, and keep pushing forward.

Here’s a piece of advice: find a role model. Someone who’s walked the path you want to follow. Study their journey. You'll likely find they faced setbacks, just like you. Use their stories as motivation. Remember, their success didn't happen overnight either.

Now, picture this. You're learning to play the guitar. You're excited, you’ve got your instrument, and you start practicing. The first week, your fingers hurt. The chords sound all wrong. Frustration sets in. But you keep at it. Day by day, your fingers get stronger. The chords start to sound clearer. Weeks turn into months, and one day, you're playing your favorite song without a hitch. How did that happen? It was the journey — the daily practice, the persistence, the gradual improvement.

Think of greatness like planting a tree. You plant the seed, water it, give it sunlight, and over time — not overnight — it grows into a magnificent tree. You wouldn't expect to see a full-grown tree the day after planting the seed, right? Greatness is the same way. It needs time to grow.

So if you're chasing a dream, don't get discouraged if it seems far away. Keep going. Keep pushing. Every step you take is part of the journey. And one day, you'll look back and realize you've become great, not because of a single moment, but because of all the moments that led up to it. And that’s a pretty amazing realization.