a ship, where he took the arduous journey from Boston to Philadelphia.
Benjamin adapted and made a life and a name for himself as a gifted printer’s assistant in his new city. However, false promises and misfortune landed him across the ocean in London where he was penniless and alone. Undeterred, the stalwart youth worked for two years as a printer’s assistant and swimming instructor until he could pay his way back home at age 20. Like many stellar examples before and after him, Franklin did not let difficulties define him. He became comfortable with discomfort, adapted, and grew. We learn that we must not be afraid of discomfort or difficulty. By embracing the possibilities of a negative situation, we may learn, grow, and triumph in life.
In Franklin acknowledged he never reached perfection but stated that the pursuit made him “a better and a happier man.” later years, The lesson? Those who want something more than a common life must commit themselves to creating and executing a plan for the life they desire. Great things do not occur by accident, and that holds true for a successful existence. Make it your aim to adopt personal laws and principles that will guide you to success. You
might develop these on your own, or you may find an ideal framework through some pursuit made him “a better and a happier man.” The lesson? Those who want something more than a common life must commit themselves to creating and executing a plan for the life they desire. Great things do not occur by accident, and that holds true for a successful existence. Make it your aim to adopt personal laws and principles that will guide you to success. You
The Value of Dedication to Perpetual Self-Improvement
The journey back to Philadelphia provided 20-year-old Franklin ample time for reflection. At this point, he decided to craft his life’s course by charting a path to moral perfection. Franklin began with 12 principles until a friend called to his attention that he had omitted humility. Embracing this very quality, Franklin added it to his list and admitted the contribution was not his idea.
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