Turn Adversities into Opportunities
Some examples of courageous individuals who dared to think for themselves and ignore the commands of their mullahs. They are worthy of your emulation.
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Here are some examples of ordinary but courageous individuals who dared to think for themselves and ignore the commands of their mullahs, finding ways around life’s inevitable obstacles and nay-sayers.
What’s the Big Idea?
“That is what a free mind does; turns adversities into opportunities. Suharto imprisoned Prameodya Ananta Toer, but only his body. His mind was free, free to craft his world-acclaimed Buru tetralogy. As he said in an interview, ‘I create freedom for myself.’ I hope you do too!”
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