As children we were born into a life where we were told to do and not to do. We were told of what we could achieve, and what would stay as a dream in the background of our lives. Our limits we defined and we were told to follow them, and not bang into many walls along the way. As time proceeded, we banged into some of these walls, and we fell along the way. We propped ourselves up, and continued forward. We found out that some of these walls weren’t as high as they were pictured. We found out that expectations are just opinions. We found out, that the seemingly impossible is possible and that persistence and perseverance will have its day of glory and celebration. Dreams do come true, but only when we strive and work for them.

As SPM is getting near, a lot of things happened and perhaps one that may catch my interest are the trial result. I have often lived by a quote ‘Dare yourself to dream and dare yourself to fulfill it’. A dream is just a dream if we don’t work for them. I don’t want to be a just a dreamer though.

 My results were not really good indeed. I have only scored a few A+ and the rest were a plethora of A’s, A-‘s and the letters that come after that which aren’t so eye pleasing. My chemistry teacher, Teacher Salahiah is a very positive person indeed. Every single times we got a not really good result especially in Chemistry she often says to us ‘ Kamu jangan risau. Still got time lah sebelum SPM.Result jatuh ni mungkin sebab you slipped a few steps perhaps. Buat banyak latihan. InsyaAllah saya yakin kamu boleh dapat A+. Jangan down sangat. Jangan stress.’ Indeed she always spread positive vibes to us.  I am not really sure who will read this since I don’t publicize this page very well but for those who do, I hope this have made dent in your heart no matter what size it is.

Happiness is what we perceive. A couple A’s could have brought world’s joy to some or the great sorrows to others. What I am trying to say is results dont matter, your efforts do. You know how much you have done as we all aren’t paid equally for our efforts. Just give it your all, because, though life may not seem fair for all, it will be. We may not be paid today for our efforts yesterday, nor may we paid tomorrow, but one day we will. Just ensure your intentions are pure and your effort is second none. InsyaALLAH.

What do you want on life? How do you define success? Do you want the best possible results for an exam? Of course you would, but should that come neglecting  other skills, religions and your relationships with other people? My goal was never been to be the best. It has only been about being better. I hate when I am compared to people.We are all different, born and raised differently. Never you should compare yourself to other people. Results are that to be compared to yourself, to track where you have progressed, never to be a benchmark against other people’s abilities. Never underestimate people, never feel that you are better or worse. We are all different. We have different strengths and weaknesses.

What I am trying to get across here is not to strive for THE BEST . Just strive your best. Perhaps that way what’s best will come to you. Follow what you please at your own will, but in the end, be content with what you receive. All the best ahead.