Daily Quote : Back to School

“Every single one of you has something you’re good at. Every single one of you has something to offer. And you have a responsibility to yourself to discover what that is.” – President Barack Obama, 2009

Today, our President will deliver a speech to youth across the country in school. His message is to be motivational, to give this youth a hope.

I believe that this quote posted is great for youth, but I believe that it can apply to anyone. It’s during times like this recession, when people are losing their jobs left & right, where they either go two ways : find a job that will trap you again, or go after your dream. I’ve read many articles recently about individuals who have lost their jobs, careers, etc., and are now pursuing their talents and dreams. But why now? Why not ten years ago? Why did it take a recession for them to realize?

President Obama makes a good point. Everyone, despite what your mind is telling you right now, has something that they are good at. I believe that God has put in each of us a unique gift. And I don’t think he intended for those gifts to lie dormant in us throughout our lives. That would defeat the purpose of gifts, now wouldn’t it?

This statement is a challenge. You know that you have something you’re good at. Maybe you’re not sure what it is yet. Or maybe you’re just too nervous to step out on a limb and go after it. Whatever the case may be, your doubts and reservation could, ultimately, prohibit our nation from moving forward. Ever thought of it that way? Just like the saying ‘It takes a village…’; you may think that your gift is of no value or purpose, but that’s where you are so wrong.

So I, and our President, challenge everyone to discover what your gift may be. By all means, I do not mean for you to go and quit your job ( if that’s what it takes, then do you!), but do launch that journey on finding it out. We ALL have something to offer, remember that.

MG*