Fighting against all odds

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Fighting against all odds

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The book "Odyssey of High Hopes: A Memoir of Adversity and Triumph" is worth the time and dedication. It constantly reminds me that no matter how gifted or talented one can be, there will always be challenges. Not just challenges, but obvious swapping of opportunities. Above it all, staying focused on the dream life is the way forward. It also reminds me to enjoy the journey as one climbs higher. The book is all-encompassing of life's reality. I rate it 5 out of 5.
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I completely agree that it's easy to get caught up in the idea that success comes easily to those who are gifted or talented, but this book shines a light on the reality that everyone faces challenges, regardless of their abilities. And it's precisely how we respond to those challenges that defines us.
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This book embodies the phrase "hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard." It iterates that the gifted have to overcome adversity to make what they do look easy and effortless. I believe people need to keep pushing themselves to greater heights because settling for the bare minimum will set forth laziness and stagnation.
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Post by Carlos Mata Saenz »

It's a good message to have especially nowadays that social media shows an irreal world where everything is so easy and effortless. It can result a bit depressing when you need to keep fighting and appears like everyone else gets everything without a problem, so reminders like this are important to stay sane.
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The words "hard work pays" come to mind in times like this. Talent and hard work go hand in hand. Being good at something still means you have to put in the work otherwise the goal you wish to achieve will always be that - a goal.
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I agree that everyone will typically experience problems in their lives, no matter how good they have it. As long as they keep their eyes on what it is they want, it is always possible to achieve dreams!
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