"فيك من الخير أكثر مما تعلم"

You know that feeling when you’re really down on yourself, thinking you’ve got nothing going for you? Well, this quote is like a reassuring pat on the back, a reminder that even when you’re at your lowest, there’s more goodness inside you than you realize. It tells us that our inner potential, our goodness—is often hidden from our own view, especially when we’re clouded by self-doubt.

The core idea here is pretty simple: we all have untapped potential and goodness within us that we might not be aware of. Sometimes, it takes a tough situation or a kind word from someone else to bring that to light. The thought is comforting, isn’t it? It’s like having a hidden reserve of strength that you can draw upon when you need it most.

Think about J.R.R. Tolkien’s “The Hobbit.” This quote originates from that story, where Thorin Oakenshield tells Bilbo Baggins that there’s more good in him than he knows. Bilbo, the unassuming hobbit, doubts his abilities throughout the journey. Yet, he proves his bravery and kindness time and time again, showing he has a depth of goodness he didn’t initially recognize. It’s a moment of revelation and encouragement in the story that resonates with many of us.

Let’s ground this in a real-life example. Picture a young woman named Sarah who’s always been shy and reserved. She never thought she had much to offer, especially in her new job where she was surrounded by confident, outspoken colleagues. One day, a crisis hits the office—a crucial project is on the brink of failure. Sarah, without thinking much, steps up and organizes an emergency brainstorming session. She listens intently, coordinates everyone’s ideas, and helps steer the project back on track. Her colleagues are impressed and grateful, but Sarah is surprised. She never knew she had that kind of leadership and problem-solving ability in her. There was more good in her than she knew.

So, how do you tap into this hidden reservoir of goodness and potential? Start by pushing yourself just a little out of your comfort zone. Take on challenges that you’d normally shy away from. Surround yourself with people who see the best in you—those friends who lift you up and recognize your strengths even when you don’t. And most importantly, be kind to yourself. Give yourself credit for small victories and don’t dwell too long on setbacks.

Imagine you’re at a coffee shop with a friend who’s feeling really down. Maybe they didn’t get that job they wanted, or they had a falling out with a close friend. You can see their goodness and potential, even if they can’t. So you remind them of all the times they’ve been there for you, of their talents and kindness. They might shrug it off at first, but your words plant a seed. Over time, they start to see glimpses of that goodness in themselves.

Remember, we all have that hidden well of goodness inside us. Sometimes it just takes a bit of encouragement—or a tough situation—to bring it to the surface. And when it does, it can be pretty amazing to see just how much we’re capable of.