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Santosh Yadav and Poorna
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Today, let's start by discussing two amazing individuals: Santosh Yadav and Poorna. Can anyone tell me what they achieved?
Santosh Yadav was the youngest woman to conquer Mount Everest in 1992!
Exactly! What about Poorna?
She became the youngest girl to summit Everest at just 13 years and 11 months!
Very impressive! Now, why do you think these achievements are significant?
They show that age doesnβt limit your dreams and that determination can lead you to great heights!
Good point! Remember, DARE: Determination, Ambition, Resilience, and Endurance can help in pursuing our goals.
In conclusion, how can we apply these attributes in our own lives?
We can try to chase our own passions, whether they're in sports, arts, or any field!
Leander Paesβ Achievement
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Now let's focus on Leander Paes. Why was his bronze medal at the Atlanta Olympics so special?
It was the first individual medal for India in 44 years!
Absolutely! What do we learn from how he credited his coach and team?
He showed that success is a team effort; he didn't just do it alone!
Well said! This highlights the importance of teamwork. Can anyone remember a time they relied on a team for success?
During our school plays, teamwork was key to our success!
Exactly! Let's remember the acronym TEAM: Together Everyone Achieves More.
Overcoming Challenges
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Both Santosh and Poorna faced numerous challenges. What were some of these obstacles?
They might have faced physical exhaustion and fear when climbing Everest.
Indeed! And how about Leander Paes? What challenges did he overcome?
He ranked much lower than his competitor but still triumphed!
Correct! This teaches us about mental strength. Can we think of our own challenges and how we can overcome them?
I struggle with public speaking, but I can practice more to gain confidence!
Great insight! Remember, practicing is key and donβt forget the motto: βPERSIST: Perseverance, Initiative, Resolve, Steadfastness, Tenacity.β
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The section highlights inspiring stories of individuals such as Santosh Yadav and Poorna, who achieved remarkable feats in mountaineering, and Leander Paes, the first Indian to win an individual Olympic medal in 44 years. It explores their passion, challenges faced, and support received while encouraging readers to pursue their own interests.
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This section emphasizes the inspiring achievements of individuals who have made significant contributions to sports, particularly mountaineering and tennis. It starts with Santosh Yadav, the youngest woman to conquer Mount Everest, and Poorna, who at the age of 13 years and 11 months, became the youngest girl to scale the same mountain. Both young women illustrate the importance of determination, willpower, and dedication to their dreams from an early age.
The text then shifts focus to Leander Paes, who made history by winning the bronze medal in the 1996 Atlanta Olympics as the first Indian to achieve an individual Olympic medal in 44 years. His victory highlighted his determination, teamwork, and mental resilience. Despite his fatherβs Olympic legacy, Paes attributed his success to his coach and support team, presenting a model of humility and gratitude.
Through the narratives of these sporting figures, the section inspires readers to reflect on their passions outside of academics and consider how support systems can help overcome challenges in pursuing oneβs interests. It serves as a call to action for the reader to identify and cultivate their own passions.
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Introduction to Inspirational Figures
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You have read about Santosh Yadav, the youngest woman in the world to have conquered Mount Everest in 1992. You must have heard or read about Poorna, who at the age of 13 years 11 months, became the youngest girl in the world to have scaled Mount Everest in 2014, with sheer determination and willpower. You would have also read about Maria Sharapova who bagged the Womenβs Singles crown at Wimbledon in 2004. She was determined, tough, competitive, hard-working with unwavering desire. Both of them had big dreams from a very young age.
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This chunk introduces three significant figures: Santosh Yadav, Poorna, and Maria Sharapova. Each of them represents a different aspect of perseverance and success in their respective fields. Santosh Yadav is celebrated for her climb of Everest, while Poorna, at a very young age, accomplished the same feat with determination. Maria Sharapova's success in tennis illustrates the commitment and hard work required to achieve excellence in sports.
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Think of these individuals as beacons of inspiration, much like a lighthouse guiding ships safely to shore. They demonstrate how passion and dedication can lead to remarkable achievements, encouraging others, especially young people, to pursue their dreams against all odds.
Self-Reflection Questions
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- Do you have the passion to do something other than your studies like these two icons have? (Be it music, dance, theatre, trekking, watersport, painting, football, cricket, etc.) 2. Do you find any difficulty in pursuing your passion? 3. Who gives you support and encouragement to go ahead with your passion?
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This chunk poses three thought-provoking questions aimed at self-reflection. The first question encourages individuals to identify and acknowledge their own passions, suggesting that everyone, like the inspirational figures mentioned, can have pursuits beyond academics. The second question addresses potential challenges one might face when trying to follow their passion, prompting a consideration of obstacles and how to overcome them. The third question invites participants to consider the support systems in their lives, emphasizing the importance of encouragement from family, friends, or mentors in pursuing one's dreams.
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Imagine you're training for a marathon. You need to love running (passion), but it can be tough (difficulty), especially at the start. It's often your friends and family cheering you on who help keep you motivated to cross that finish line (support). These questions help draw parallels from personal experiences to the journeys of the role models discussed.
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Determination: The quality of being resolute or firm in purpose.
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Teamwork: Collaborative effort to achieve a common goal.
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Passion: A strong feeling of enthusiasm or excitement for something.
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Mental Strength: The ability to handle challenges and stress.
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Examples
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Santosh Yadav and Poorna's remarkable climb to Everest signifies the power of determination in achieving dreams.
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Leander Paes' victory exemplifies the essence of teamwork and support in reaching individual accolades.
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π΅ Rhymes Time
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When the climb gets tough and steep, remember, with support, the victory is yours to keep!
π Fascinating Stories
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Once there lived two courageous girls, Santosh and Poorna, who dared to defy the limits of age and fear by scaling the highest peaks and inspiring the world.
π§ Other Memory Gems
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DREAM: Determination, Resilience, Enthusiasm, Ambition, Motivation - key traits for success.
π― Super Acronyms
PAST
- Passion
- Achievement
- Support
- Tenacity - fundamentals for achieving great heights.
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Term: Gusto
Definition:
Enjoyment and enthusiasm.
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Term: Prodigy
Definition:
A young person with exceptional qualities or abilities.
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Term: Expatriate
Definition:
A person who lives outside their native country.
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Term: Mental Strength
Definition:
The ability to focus on and control one's emotions and actions.