Is it safe to say that greatness is not only an innate ability, but the possibility that this being has had a number of impactful experiences, nourishing their progression along the way? I think this accusation is quite credible!
Let's take a look at the child who appears to "catch on" a bit earlier than the rest. This child receives attention, reinforcement and the best of the best to maximize his/her potential. But what about the kid that's just ordinary... Does this kid get any special attention in areas of weakness or interest? The answer to this question is NO. And this is where the stories of success, the lives of the extraordinary, the images of heroes and heroines are misunderstood.
While I will not take anything away from any being, as far as talent is concerned, I do believe that the back story has been overlooked. The grooming process of the star, the genius, the overachiever, the scholar, the star athlete - is one that's incomparable to their ordinary peers. So what exactly sets them apart? Or, are they like each and every one of us, but the small gestures early-on has made a big difference later-on?
I am currently reading Outliers and the competitive advantages given are quite shocking. I never looked at it this way, but there is something to be said about the stages of our lives and how impactful the experiences of yesterday, are today.
There's great power in possibility! Don't give up on anyone. With the proper attention, something special can be revealed in each and every one of us. The grooming of youth becomes your truth. Help those behind you reach their highest potential, from the very beginning.
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