Take Nelson Mandela’s Advice on Achieving Success

Adrian S. Potter
3 min readFeb 3, 2024

Remain dedicated and passionate.

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The Secondhand Inspiration Project begins with a motivational quote and ventures wherever the creative path meanders.

Nelson Mandela was a South African revolutionary, political leader, and philanthropist who played a pivotal role in dismantling institutionalized racial segregation.

Born in the Thembu royal family, Mandela became influential in the African National Congress and led the struggle against apartheid, a system that enforced racial discrimination and oppression. Imprisoned for 27 years, Mandela emerged as a symbol of resilience and reconciliation, advocating for a peaceful transition to majority rule.

His release in 1990 marked the beginning of negotiations to end apartheid, ultimately leading to the historic 1994 democratic elections when Mandela became South Africa’s first black president. Renowned for his commitment to reconciliation, forgiveness, and social justice, Mandela’s leadership transcended his presidency, leaving a legacy of unity in diversity. He remains a symbol of resistance against injustice, exemplifying the power of tolerance and understanding in the pursuit of an equitable and harmonious world.

Nelson Mandela also gave the world a veritable stockpile of wisdom. His quote -

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Adrian S. Potter

Antisocial Extrovert · Writer and Poet, Engineer, Consultant, Public Speaker · Writing about self-improvement, gratitude, and creativity · www.adrianspotter.com