If you're searching for some 'Wednesday wisdom' or a life lesson to help you make it through those tough days, this Mumbai man's story is a must read for you. Featured on the Humans of Bombay Facebook page, this story is about a man with big dreams and an even bigger belief in himself that he would achieve all that he desires. Shared about an hour before writing this, the post has received over 8,200 reactions and more than 600 shares.
"I failed my 10th standard when I was in Ratnagiri, but I had big dreams," says the man, not named, on Facebook. He goes on to explain that while members of his family were barbers and he too would follow the same profession, he wanted to work as a hairdresser in the film industry.
He goes on to explain how he worked towards that dream and made it come true for himself. His journey from first moving to Mumbai and living on the streets to pursue his dream to working with actors Sonam Kapoor and Abhay Deol in the 2010 film Aisha to even buying himself an apartment is beyond inspiring. Read his story in his own words below:
"Love the last bit 'I believed in myself so stubbornly, that the world had no option but to believe in me too...' Respect!" says one Facebook user on the post. "Your hard work and perseverance are truly unmatchable. Thank you for sharing your story and inspiring many people like me," says another.
"I failed my 10th standard when I was in Ratnagiri, but I had big dreams," says the man, not named, on Facebook. He goes on to explain that while members of his family were barbers and he too would follow the same profession, he wanted to work as a hairdresser in the film industry.
"Love the last bit 'I believed in myself so stubbornly, that the world had no option but to believe in me too...' Respect!" says one Facebook user on the post. "Your hard work and perseverance are truly unmatchable. Thank you for sharing your story and inspiring many people like me," says another.
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