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No matter how dark the night, morning is bound to come — patience, self-confidence, and purpose are the keys to overcoming hardship.
Modi advises young people to have patience, avoid shortcuts, and focus on doing rather than becoming, drawing from his own journey from poverty. ✦ AI generated
Narendra Modi · Lex Fridman · 2025-03-16 · original ↗
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“What advice could you give to young folks who are struggling, who are lost in the world?”
No matter how dark the night may seem, it is still just night and morning is bound to come. That's why we need patience and self-confidence. Yes, the challenges are real, but I am not defined by my circumstances. I am here for a purpose sent by a higher power. And I am not alone. The one who sent me is always with me. This unwavering faith should always remain within us. Difficulties are a test of endurance. They are not meant to defeat me. Hardships exist to make me stronger, helping me grow and improve, not to leave me feeling hopeless or discouraged. Personally, I see every crisis, every challenge as an opportunity. So to all young people, I say, have patience. There are no shortcuts in life. At our railway stations, there hangs a sign. For those who habitually cross the tracks instead of using the bridge, it reads, Shortcut will cut you short. I would tell young people the same, Shortcut will cut you short. There are no shortcuts in life. Patience and perseverance are essential. Whatever responsibility we are given, we must pour our heart into it. We should live it with passion, enjoy the journey, and find fulfillment in it. I truly believe that if this mindset is cultivated, it transforms life.
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