Remembering an Inspirational Film
I was talking to a good friend of mine last night about one of my favorite movies. I'm sure most of you have probably seen it, and were inspired by the story. Its curious to me how many people don't know its a biography and not just a drama film portrayed brilliantly by Will Smith.
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An inspiring film no doubt, that teaches the power of perseverance. I realize that there are a few people out there who don't like these types of film and I can respect that fact, but I would still insist in the importance of the lesson its attempting to teach. Regardless of our background, our upbringing every single one of us is working towards our version of that goal, every single one of us is attempting to be happy.
How we define being happy, how we get there, that is a personal question that no one can answer for us. I say this because as someone who has mentored many leaders of a big organization I've had to learn to recognize the individual goals, and help those who I'm attempting to teach achieve them in the best way that I can.
A lesson that might not be too apparent when watching the film or just hearing about the story, is one of humility. No doubt we can't achieve anything if we don't believe that we can, but also we can't learn anything if we believe we already know it all.
I think that is why the story resonates with me so much, because every single time I've tried to improve I've had to recognize that there was still work to be done first. It's the same for every single one of us, if we think we know it all, if we think that the world just is, these are the cards we have and that's it. We can't effectively be ready to grow, to receive the lesson and move past the things holding us back.
To be honest, this story as inspiring as it may be, its quite extreme. I'm not saying that it doesn't happen, of course I'm sure it does, but most of us feel as if we are living something just as difficult, while we are enjoying the comforts of a bed, of a pillow, of a meal.
I guess my point, or the message of this unusual reflection is that it does no matter where you are today. It does not matter how hard things seem to be. If you are willing to learn, if you are willing to grow, you can always find a way to do so.
It just starts with that strong decision, conviction...
That is a great movie. Really really good.
i Love this movie
Yea, i think the same
@fowles
Hello, I wanna watch the movie.
Can u share your experiences ........why did you feel the movie so good?
Hi @chbartist
I mist admit that I also love this movie and the storyline. If you set a goal, stay determine and continue to try without giving up no Mather how many setbacks you get. You are the only one limiting yourself.
Another great movie about humanity is Pay it forward. This also shows another part of being human and how small effects can make big changes.
I want to shear a short video I have posted earlier, but this is also about humanity and not giving up. I think a boy with a mindset like this will reach the sky if he wants to.
Best regards @EveryDayCoach
These are all great movies .. portraits of corrupted individuals :). I would suggest that potential viewers spend at least as much time considering the ethical failings of the characters in each as they do getting excited about the fleeting success they enjoy. I remember watching "Wall Street" as a youthful chap and being very motivated by it .. entirely missed the whole selling of the soul aspect. :
I get your point, I think to me the important message is not that his path is the one to take, but that one should fight for what we want.
At least that is my take away from the movie..
First of all, not all stock brokers partake in insider trading. In fact, the notion that they are all insider traders would mean there being a much more level playing field than in reality exists, unfortunately. Secondly, after a few years of being a stock broker, Chris Gardner founded his own activist investing firm and is now a motivational speaker and philanthropist. A Gordon Geko, I think not. A great movie about a great human, period.
Wonderful post man!
It sounds as if your post was a good hearted and interesting man. It is great that you have those letters to hold on to.
That's the beauty with writing. You're leaving a part of you behind and perhaps one day, our own children can find some solice in the words we write :)
thank you for reading... cheers
Like someone once said, if you think you can or if you think you can't. You right either way. The main block from achieving anything isn't what you do, but the space between your ears. How often do we tell ourselves we can and can't and how often are we right? I love that movie and I think most people can think of a time in their life when they were just as motivated.
I saw that movie and I find it hard to see it again, the suffering the protagonist goes through is so overwhelming, and Smith's performance is great, his face shows every situation that transmits everything that is happening.
Venezuelans are protagonists at this time of the misadventures of this man, we could take hold of that conviction and that strength to get ahead. Thank you.
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Very good list indeed. I have to say Primer is my favorite., he's so different fro any other film.
wwwooo this impact my life, is very beatiful, the life of Chris garner is amazing, inspirational. Dont s stop
Great List Some movie are true lesson in life and how you can do what you really want