Don't Underestimate Yourself
An old tale about a candle goes like this: One late evening a small lighted candle was being carried by a keeper climbing the stairs of a lighthouse. On the way up, the candle asked the man, "Where are we going?"
"We are going to the top of this lighthouse to give light signals to the big ships of the ocean," the man answered.
"But how would it be possible for me to give signals to big ships? They will never be able to see my light," bemoaned the candle.
"Don't worry. Though your light is meagre, let it be. Just do your part; keep burning and leave the rest to me," replied the lighthouse keeper.
Soon they arrived at the top of the lighthouse where a special large lamp fitted with lenses and reflectors had been placed. It was quite dark by then, but with the help of the light of the small candle, the keeper could light the lamp and soon it shone so brightly that ships far at sea could see and be guided by its light signals.
Like the little candle in the above story, most people often underestimate themselves, their abilities and are actually far more capable than they imagine they are. By underestimating yourself, you actually hold yourself back from pursuing your goals and find excuse for not doing the things you are capable of doing. Believe in yourself, your abilities and your potential and results will be amazing.
Trust in yourself and in God to persevere and make it through distresses. It is said that God does not look at one's abilities or inabilities, but rather at one's availability, willingness and mindset.
