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1 " I am grateful for my struggle because it made me who I am today. It also taught me there is nothing that I can’t do and nothing is impossible, as long as I am willing to try as hard as I can. "
― Hagir Elsheikh , Through Tragedy and Triumph: A Life Well Traveled
2 " Giving up easily is not an option. "
3 " If I can make a difference in just one person’s life, then I believe I achieved my purpose. "
4 " I dealt with a lot; anything that could go wrong with any one person happened to me at some point in my life. I didn't let this define me, control my destiny, or dictate how I will live the rest of my life. "
5 " You have the power within you and you may surprise yourself, but you have to take that first step. "
6 " If I learned one thing from my ride in this world thus far, it is never to take anything for granted. "
7 " No matter what life hurls in my direction, I make it a point to keep my head up and walk to my destination with a smile. "
8 " People make the mistake of entering into a relationship and thinking that the other person will fill the void that they are missing, that they will bring them the happiness and joy they are looking for. "
9 " I try to be an inspiration to those who think that it’s “easier said than done.” I am living proof that no matter what life throws at you and no matter how hard it was in your past, or how much you are struggling now in your present, it is you who dictates your future. If you fall down, get up again. "
10 " I’ve had many doors closed in my face. More, in fact, than I can count. I hit rock bottom, but got back up and continued. I had no other choice; I had people depending on me. "
11 " You learn how to love yourself and not apologize for your success and strength. "
12 " You are the one who is writing your book and only you can decide on how it ends. "
13 " Circumstances will exist and obstacles will appear in your way, but it is up to you to use them to your advantage and not allow them to destroy you. "
14 " Inspiring others can come in many forms; it can simply be by sharing your story, your struggles, and how you managed to overcome your obstacles. "
15 " Life has a way of humbling us, and anytime I felt I mastered this game of life, it proved me wrong. So, my advice is to live this life to the fullest and make your existence count. "
16 " Attention, time, dedication and nurturing is all our children need to blossom. "
17 " When you complete this journey, don’t depart without leaving your marks. Make sure that your time here is worthy. "
18 " I had a rough life, full of ups, downs, failures, and achievements. What can I say? That’s just life and it’s expected. The best part is always waking up knowing that I have it in me to fight and keep going, but I didn’t let it get me down or break me "
19 " Some of us were made to believe that you need a man, or a woman, to be happy. I say you need to know yourself and love yourself to find that elusive emotion that we call happiness. "
20 " Women face an uphill battle, from sexism and violence to inequality. In some areas, they are forced to deal with a culture that promotes primitive practices that endanger them, not just physically, but emotionally as well. "
