Avoid trying to win tough battles on the silver platter. If the struggle is tough the success is sweet.

Israelmore Ayivor
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The silver platter that Gandhi said not to try to win on has nothing to do with what's on the platter. It's all about how you fight for your goals. If you find yourself in a struggle, it doesn't mean you're doomed. Instead, your circumstances should be taken as an opportunity to learn and grow, and that's when success is sweet.

For example, if you're going to a job interview and the interviewer asks a lot of questions about your past, don't get frustrated or angry. Instead, ask a few follow-up questions of your own that will help you prepare for the next step.

Source: Leaders Frontpage: Leadership Insights From 21 Martin Luther King Jr. Thoughts

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