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"هناك أشخاص لديهم الحكمة والدافع الكافيين لتغيير حياتهم وعيش أحلامهم، ومن ثم هناك أولئك الذين يحتاجون إلى دفعة قوية لتغيير طرقهم."

Les Brown
Les Brown Motivational Speaker
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There are essentially two kinds of people when it comes to making significant changes in their lives. Some are naturally driven and insightful enough to pursue their dreams without any external push. They've got the inner fire, the vision, and the discipline to transform their lives on their own. Others, well, they might need a bit of a shove—something or someone to jolt them out of their comfort zone and push them toward their potential.

Think about it. Have you ever looked at someone who seems to have it all together and wondered how they do it? These are the folks who recognize what they want and go after it with a vengeance—no prodding required. They read, they learn, they adapt. They've got an internal compass that points straight to their goals, and they follow it diligently.

This idea isn't new. Throughout history, we see examples of both types. Consider Thomas Edison. He failed thousands of times before inventing the light bulb, but he didn't need anyone to tell him to keep going. He had that inner drive. On the flip side, think about the classic story of Scrooge in "A Christmas Carol." Scrooge needed a supernatural intervention—a serious kick in the pants—to realize he needed to change his ways.

Let's get real with a modern-day example. Picture a guy named Mike. Mike works a 9-5 job he doesn't particularly like. He dreams of starting his own business, but he’s stuck in that "someday" mindset. On the other hand, his friend Sarah is already running her own online store, learning new marketing strategies, and constantly improving. Sarah didn't wait for the perfect moment; she created it. Mike, however, might need a layoff or a stern talking-to from a mentor to finally make a move.

So, what can you do with this bit of wisdom? If you recognize yourself as someone who needs a push, don’t wait for life to give it to you. Create your own 'kick' moments. Set deadlines. Find an accountability partner. Join a group of like-minded individuals who are on the same mission. Sometimes, a bit of structure and external pressure can do wonders.

Imagine this scenario—you're at a crossroads in your career. You can keep trudging along in a job that's just okay, or you can take a leap into something that excites you. Your friend Jane took that leap last year and now she's thriving. You, however, feel stuck. What if you set yourself a deadline to make a decision? Or perhaps you have a heart-to-heart with a mentor who challenges you to finally take that step? Sometimes, it’s about creating an artificial sense of urgency.

Remember, it's all about self-awareness. Know which type you are and take action accordingly. If you're naturally self-motivated, great! Keep that momentum going. If you need a nudge, don't be ashamed to seek it out. We all need a little help sometimes, and recognizing that is the first step towards real change. So, whether you’re Sarah or Mike, Scrooge or Edison, the power to change your life is in your hands—sometimes it just takes a different approach to ignite it.
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