The Ability to Motivate or Ignite Passion
Inspiring Everyday Heroes: Ordinary Individuals Making Extraordinary Impact
What propels individuals to take action and make an impact on the world? Often it's the tales of extraordinary people who have come before us, those who have made history by altering the course of humanity through their passions, choices, and determination. These inspiring figures may not have been celebrated as icons, but their selfless hearts and authentic spirits have left a lasting impression on us all.
Individuals like Abraham Lincoln, Mozart, Princess Diana, Mother Teresa, Winston Churchill, Gandhi, Jesus Christ, Thomas Jefferson, Muhammad, Rosa Parks, Nikola Tesla, Albert Einstein, Leonardo da Vinci, Krishna, Galileo, Constantine, Nelson Mandela, Marcus Aurelius, Cicero, Joan of Arc, Dalai Lama, Bill Gates, Aristotle, William Shakespeare, Steve Jobs, Confucius, Mohammed Ali, and Martin Luther King Jr. are just some examples on my extensive list of inspiring figures.
However, all these remarkable individuals were "ordinary" people of their time who decided to create change despite overwhelming odds, relentless opposition, personal sacrifices, hardships, and judgment.
True leaders among us, inspiring individuals are those who believe in themselves, their causes, and their visions, and are willing to live authentically in service to others, society, and our planet. Their selfless actions have brought about real change in the human condition.
From the countless, unnamed individuals who make a difference every day to the famous icons, these are the people who inspire us, urging us to be better, to strive for more, and to make a difference, one day at a time.
What makes inspiration so remarkable is the "ordinary" part of the human journey becoming "extraordinary" through the power of freewill, determination, passion, purpose, positivity, desire, focus, mindfulness, education, knowledge, wisdom, and ultimately, the power of choice.
In our lives, we will encounter countless choices; it's essential to remember that we are never alone in our struggles. We can always look to history, learning from the inspiring stories of those who came before us, our friends, family, mentors, guides, or books to help us navigate our decisions or see a clearer path forward.
Nonetheless, the true guidance system and power to enact change always come from within, through the internal whispers of the heart and soul and the "choice" to either listen and follow or ignore and walk away.
The inspiring people who change lives, whether from the past, present, or those yet to come, are not typically born into greatness. They usually don't become instant leaders of change. Rather, they all made a choice at some point in their lives to stop being afraid to be themselves, to embrace their individuality, and to live a life of determination, heart, purpose, and passion.
Ultimately, we all have the potential and the power of choice to be an inspiration to ourselves and those around us on a daily basis. Let us ask ourselves daily, "What inspires us? Who inspires us? What tires us?" When we recognize the difference that each step on our journey can make, the path up the mountain of life becomes a smoother and more manageable journey.
"Start by doing what's necessary; then do what's possible, and suddenly you are doing the impossible." -Francis of Assisi
by Marc Lainhart
Marc Lainhart is an internationally recognized spiritual medium, radio show host, hiking guide, certified diver, metaphysical teacher, holistic healer, inspirational thought leader, writer, and course provider on OMTimes Experts. Using his gifts, he guides, transforms, and inspires others in connecting to self, spirit, and the world around us. Visit him at marclainhart.com.
Marc co-hosts Inspired Living on Wednesdays at 3:00 PM ET on OMTimes Internet Radio.
The true power to inspire comes not from fame or fortune, but from the choices we make every day. Dramatic changes can occur when we choose to live authentically and with determination, inspiring not only ourselves but also those around us.
- In the journey of personal growth and self-development, one can find inspirational leadership, with examples being ordinary individuals like Abraham Lincoln and Gandhi, who made extraordinary impacts on their societies through their selfless actions and determination.
- Beyond financial-related matters, the business sector has the potential to foster a culture of education and self-development, with leaders who prioritize personal growth and inspiring others as they work towards making a positive impact on our planet.
- The ether of inspiration can weave its threads through various aspects of life, as it is the power of choice and the embracing of individuality that leads to personal growth, inspiring changes not only in ourselves but in the world of education and beyond.
