Quotes by A. P. J. Abdul Kalam that would inspire you to chase your dreams

A. P. J. Abdul Kalam was a great scientist and teacher who served as the President of India. He was known as the "People's President" and was loved by most citizens. In 2010, the United Nations Organization (UNO) declared the birth date of APJ Abdul Kalam, October 15th as World Student Day — in honour of his efforts on promoting education. He loved to teach and even said he'd like best be remembered as a teacher.

Today is his birth anniversary. Here are some motivational quotes by him to inspire you to chase your dreams and achieve as he did:

“We should not give up and we should not allow the problem to defeat us.”

“Know where you are going. The great thing in the world is not knowing so much where we stand, as in what direction we are moving.”

“When your hopes and dreams and goals are dashed, search among the wreckage, you may find a golden opportunity hidden in the ruins.”

“He who knows others is learned, but the wise one is the one who knows himself. Learning without wisdom is of no use.”

“Adversity always presents opportunities for introspection.”

“Man needs difficulties in life because they are necessary to enjoy the success.”

“I am not handsome but I can give my hand to someone who need help. Because beauty is required in heart not in face.”

“If you want to leave your footprints on the sands of time, do not drag your feet.”

“Be active! Take on responsibility! Work for the things you believe in. If you do not, you are surrendering your fate to others.”

“The best brains of the nation may be found on the last benches of the classroom.”

“All birds find shelter during a rain,
but eagle avoids rain by flying above
the clouds.

Problems are common, but attitude
makes the difference!”

“Dream is not that which you see while sleeping it is something that does not let you sleep.”