A DIAMOND IS JUST A PIECE OF COAL THAT HANDLED STRESS EXCEPTIONALLY WELL. It once was nothing special, but with enough pressure and time, becomes spectacular. We are going through a process to become the beautiful diamond we were intended to be. Hewn from rocks and pebbles, dirty murky beginnings. The harder you hit me, the brighter I shine.

This is actually me speaking! It is at a Toastmaster contest and I tailored the content as such. I was actually really nervous, but stepping out taking action towards my dreams! I hope it inspires you.

The silence is necessary, the senses must be stilled, the muscles relaxed, repose cultivated. When you have thus come into possession of a sense of poise and power you will be ready to receive the information or inspiration or wisdom which may be necessary for the development of your purpose. That is it! How would I bring value? Thinking is the true business of life, power is result. Less we shall get for our work.