I love your story, told without resentment or hard feelings. You definitely ARE going places!
Posted over 2 years ago by Clara A. from Brazil

Thanks for sharing your encouraging story. It warms my heart.
Posted over 2 years ago by Sawyer B. from Houston

It's funny, this is the first time I've visited this site. The first story I've read. And it amazes me how much it is like my life. I worked at a diner as a buser. I know about the never ending dishes and the other ten things you have to do. It touched me that the elders touched you. I hope you do go far.
Posted over 2 years ago by Nicole S. from Wrightwood, California

What a beautiful story. So inspirational and really touching.
Posted almost 3 years ago by Jasmin from Los Angeles

amazing now I know that I'm Going Places.
Posted almost 3 years ago by Bob M. from New York

It's amazing how far a couple words of encouragement can take a person. We should all take time to recognize people for their hard work, no matter what it is that they are doing.
Posted about 3 years ago by Colleen M. from Fairbanks, Alaska

Good for YOU! Keep you chin up! Best of luck to you!
Posted over 3 years ago by Jenn C. from Colorado

Very cool story, I am experiencing something similar but also very different in my own life. Encouragement and belief are very powerful, spread it around!
Posted over 3 years ago by Erik H. from Troy, MI

A little recognition, a little kindness, can renew our spirit!

Posted almost 4 years ago by E. H. from Massachusetts, USA

It's an amazing website and this is a great story. I hope everybody find their places, include me and my country.
Posted almost 4 years ago by Norman H. from China

You reminded me so much of my daughters when they first started work.
Posted almost 4 years ago by Barb Haynes from Australia

So simple, and yet so wonderful. 'Seeing' people is the secret.
Posted about 4 years ago by Mark M. from Malta (Mediterranean)

It was so easy for that woman to share just a few words and what a difference one person can make. I am so grateful for the people who have said such things to me. I keep them in mind when life is uncertain and it makes all the difference. I hope soemtime in my life I can pass on a gift like this.
Posted about 4 years ago by S.H. from USA

I saw how many comments there were on this story and I decided to read it. I am so glad I did because this is like, the most inspirational story. This story makes me want to jump for joy!! Thanks so much for sharing.
Posted over 4 years ago by Lauren J. from Spokane ,Washington USA

Very touching and inspirational! Keep up the good work and I know you will succeed!
Posted over 4 years ago by Haripriya C. from Ludhiana, Punjab, India

Hi! Inspiring story!
Posted over 4 years ago by Priyanka D. from India

Dear Writer, I have read your story. It was a heart touching one, I hope youth will find a way from your real life story.
Posted over 4 years ago by Venkata from Hyderabad, India

A good story for youth who want to build their own futures.
Posted over 4 years ago by Rukmini K. from Andhra, India

This really touches my heart; your story is quite the same as mine. The only difference is that I am still working on my success, hardwork is what I learned..thank you!!
Posted over 4 years ago by Clarence from Philippines

Good story. I printed it for my 12-year old son. Hope he learns from the gem.
Posted over 4 years ago by John from Nairobi, Kenya

Truly inspiring! You are just 17 and have a long way to go so keep going strong! And the women were right, your sincerity and attitude will take you places!
Posted over 4 years ago by Ena from Sudan

Your story has many comments posted here, and this is an amazing commentary on your story, I'll be watching for you! Best of luck.
Posted over 4 years ago by Vickie V. from Colorado, USA

It is really a nice story. Thanks!
Posted over 4 years ago by Maryanne P. from Kuwait

It's quite interesting when people can know that to get to the top you have to start from the bottom. There is no jumping the the ladder, I guess that the moral of the story, hoping young lads make something out of this inspiring story.
Posted over 4 years ago by Joseph I. from Kaduna, Nigeria

This is a good story and goes to show how one person can either make or break your day.
Posted over 4 years ago by Ashley R. from California, USA

I came to this website, because I myself am a waitress and I just started last week. Today is my first day. I really needed to be motivated because I'm scared. Thanks for the inspiration!
Posted over 4 years ago by Sandra C. from Belle Chasse, Louisiana, USA

Four simple words thats all it took. Nice story...well done!
Posted over 4 years ago by Mark C. from Manchester, United Kingdom

I'm truly touched. It only takes one word to either break or inspire someones spirit. Our words can either be a blessing or a curse.

Posted over 4 years ago by Jacinta W. from Papua New Guinea

It's really inspiring and awesome. Your experience is a lesson for many of us. Thanks for sharing it!
Posted almost 5 years ago by Joe S. from India

Wonderful.
Posted almost 5 years ago by Nitin from Hyderabad, Pakistan

Very inspiring...I think I've been in that situation before so I know the feelings. Keep inspiring other people! Take care and always be humble!
Posted almost 5 years ago by Christina F. from Philippines

Dear Writer! Your story inspired me a lot. I am still working towards my dream hoping I will get there someday.
Posted almost 5 years ago by Nnamdi from Abuja, Nigeria

I like your courage. You have made me to believe more in myself, I'm impressed.
Posted almost 5 years ago by Celestina O. from Nigeria

I like your courage. You have made me to believe more in myself, i'm impressed. Celestina from Nigeria.
Posted almost 5 years ago by Celestina O. from Nigeria

I liked your story. It spreads the message that we don't feel shyness in doing such kind of work, because no work is small.
Posted almost 5 years ago by Khawer Y. from Pakistan

Success starts from a single steps which increases continously. Great site!
Posted almost 5 years ago by Noushija M.A. from Kerala, India

I'm so touched by your story and it really uplifts one's ambition.
Posted almost 5 years ago by Nontuthuko M. from Empangeni, South Africa

You've just motivated me more. Thanks.
Posted almost 5 years ago by Trina G. from Philippines

This is great story. I am really impressed!


Posted almost 5 years ago by Rajan P from Ahmedabad,India

I promise to share this website to everyone online.. this is wonderful..
Posted almost 5 years ago by Joane P M from Philippines

Just impressed!! Thanks!

Posted almost 5 years ago by Samuel from Ghana

Dear Writer!!! I am very much inspired and boosted up after reading this story, it is very much true "There is will, there is way".
Posted almost 5 years ago by Renu S from Delhi, India

Your story is indeed an inspiration for all young students like you. Firm determination and focusing on your goal added with patience and endurance will make you succeed. You are not only going places, with your story, you are giving light to others and pulling them to go with to places.
Posted almost 5 years ago by smrc from Korea

I really enjoyed reading it... you made me inspired again..
Posted almost 5 years ago by Shawie from Philippines

It is a wonderfully story. It has given me the reason I should stop complaining.
Posted almost 5 years ago by Sitienei from Nairobi, Kenya

I was looking for inspirational and encouraging quotes/word of comfort/poems for a friend who needs much of the above and to know a friend out there cares, when I happened by your site - result of a Google search. Your web details are now in 'My Favorites' as I need a dose of inspiration right about now. Keep up the good work - it's all good.
Posted almost 5 years ago by Jen D from United Kingdom

I'm impressed!!! Thank you so much, it gave me the will to make other things in my life better...Good Luck! :)
Posted almost 5 years ago by Agnieszka S from Poland

I'm touched and inspired. Thanks so much.
Posted almost 5 years ago by Kunle from Essex UK

Writer, i am honestly touched by this piece. You gave me a reason to press on towards my goal.
Posted almost 5 years ago by Sancha E from St. Lucia

Hard work yields good results. Your story has been a great advice to everyone who reads it. Thanks, and keep on keeping on. All the best, dear.
Posted almost 5 years ago by Virt from Accra, Ghana

Well, I've inspired it too. Most important thing that we always have to remember is "if there is a WILL, there is a way"
Posted almost 5 years ago by Shaazleen from Maldives

I am at career crossroads...there are so many things going on in my mind. But after reading this story...it has inspired me to focus on the most important thing..my dream. Thanks for sharing!
Posted almost 5 years ago by Srikanth B from India

Ive never had confidence in myself or ever in my dreams until i accidentally stumbled across your story. Being only 17 years old and achieving your dream has really made me rethink my goals and what really matters in life.
Posted almost 5 years ago by nabilah.v from south africa

Great, it reminds me of my biological brother who was a petrol attendant and now an Investigator at the Special Investigative Unit-South Africa. As a student, it gives me courage to press on.
Posted almost 5 years ago by Sfiso S from South Africa, UKZN

This story shows that there is no substitute for success other hard work. Working on little things precisely and honestly consequently, there is nothing that restrict you to attain your ambition
Posted almost 5 years ago by Arvinder from India

No one can stop you if you have high spirit. No work is small as we think because it carries true essence of life.
Posted almost 6 years ago by Vaishali from India

A part of me is still scared of really living my dreams, a part of me which I think will never completely disappear. But I will push on. You prove to me that hard work and will are the most vital ingredients to living your dreams .. even if it is hard. Thank you. I will do it. =]
Posted almost 6 years ago by Cece L from Rosemead, California

Patience and perseverance, those are the traits that make you succeed...keep on going...

Posted about 5 years ago by J. Kandala from Kuwait

Dear Writer,

Very interesting, good work. Only hard work will help you reach your goal. I got inspired, thanks for sharing.
Posted about 5 years ago by Sujatha V from Bangalore, India

Your story somehow triggered my spirit to continue to fight and push forward..I am kinda feeling down and out after my first step toward a career leap was stopped because of a political crisis in our country.
Posted about 5 years ago by Viliame T from Nadera, Fiji Islands

I had shelved my dream. Reading your story, I am once again trying my best.
Posted about 5 years ago by M.C. from Mumbai, India

See! If anyone will work hard, they will become successful...

Posted about 5 years ago by Vicky N from Philippines

Life is hard and sometimes it doesn't comply with you, but there's nothing higher than will.
Posted about 5 years ago by Malihe.B. from Iran

You earn my greatest respect that you took these four words seriously - in this moment and later on. I hope I will remember this story when I reach my boundaries to grow over it...thank you!
Posted about 5 years ago by Carolin H. from Germany

Your story is quite inspirational and encouraging.
Posted about 5 years ago by Chizoba S. from Abuja, Nigeria

I teach a course in Customer Service. Most of my students were high school drop-outs. Your story became very real to them.
Posted about 5 years ago by Ben M. from New Jersey U.S.A.

My story is somewhat the same, the only difference is that the author of this story has attained his goal and I am moving towards mine. Thank you for your story, it has lifted my spirits up. Soon I will also post my story here.
Posted about 5 years ago by Mukesh from New Delhi

Splendid. Dear young man i am very much moved by your story. After reading your story my faith has got re-strengthened that only hard work can bring results.
Posted about 5 years ago by raja gupta from india,jammu,kotli

Splendid. Dear young man, I am very much moved by your story. After reading your story my faith has got restrengthened that only hard work can bring results.
Posted about 5 years ago by raja gupta from india,jammu,kotli

I pasted this story in our College Newsletter. If only all young people could have such a positive attitude to life.
Posted about 5 years ago by Justine P from South Afirca

That's an amazing story. Lots of times that's all you need is that inspiration motivation. Right on. That's good to hear coming from someone my age. It's inspiring to me. Best wishes eh.
Posted about 5 years ago by Cassandra E from prince george,B.C

it's a great thing is it not?
and you encourage the people around you.
all the best!!
Posted about 5 years ago by kranthi.d from india

brave writer...this small story gave me a great courage...
Posted about 5 years ago by NABHKUMAR'RAJU' from bombay(india)

I don't know why but your story nearly sent me to tears! Thank you for sharing this. I, my self too has a big ambition, actually my ambition is quite bigger than me but upon reading your story, it made me realize that everything is possible. Thank you so much for the inspiration.
Posted about 5 years ago by Hael V from Philippines

how nice..it really touches me a lot..
Posted about 5 years ago by kc from philippines

BEAUTIFUL! and to turn around and give that to someone is, even more beautiful!!
Posted about 5 years ago by Tasia T from florida

there is only one thing that can keep one going—hard work. it doesn't kill you have bear it for some time and after then you rule your world... work hard.
Posted about 5 years ago by nelson benjamin from nigeria

I read a quote here saying, "keep away from people who try to belittle your ambitions. Small people always do that, but the really great ones make you feel that you too, can become great." —Mark Twain
Keep it on!
Posted about 5 years ago by PERLE from EGYPT

Dear Writer!
I hope that you are fine. I have just read your beautiful story. Really tears are flowing out of my eyes at present. I can feel the pain through your feelings. But today you have got what you have once desired for. I wish that you get more success. Take care and bye!
Posted about 5 years ago by jaspar arthur from agra