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Ben Carson's Gifted Hands: A Success Story

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“Gifted Hands”: A Success Story The movie is a very inspiring and encouraging one for the viewers to realize that one is capable of greatness and can become bigger than what he can imagine. The life story of an amazing man was unveiled in this movie. It shows Dr Ben Carson’s journey from a humble beginning to a successful career in neurosurgery. Ben’s life was filled with important events that affected him, and helped him become the person that he is today. He grew up in a broken family, abandoned by his father at a young age, with only his mother, struggling hard to raise them and to survive. Everything seemed not to be on Ben’s side when he was a young student in a predominantly …show more content…

He also helps me strengthen my faith in God. I was moved and inspired by Ben Carson’s success story. I personally believe that success happens not by accident. It is always the result of diligence and industry. A deep faith in God is definitely an essential factor to a successful and happy life. Learning about the life of Ben Carson encourages me to do more. When I was a kid I was often asked what I want to be when I grow up. I had a constant answer to that question: I’ve always wanted to be a doctor like my father. I am inspired to prove that I can also make it. I know I can do better in my life if I only decide to. I learned from Dr. Ben Carson’s story that we can be what we dream to be and we can do anything if we set our mind and have the passion to do it. Dr Carson’s story teaches us that there is no limit to what a person can achieve, as long as there is dedication, determination, and most importantly trust in the Lord. “Gifted Hands” is a great movie about how a man succeeded in life, and how he was able to surpass all the trials and hurdles along his way to the top. The title is symbolic of a man blessed with the talent and hands that can change and save lives and bring hope to other people. It leaves a very important message to the viewers about making changes in one’s life in order to find its true meaning and purpose, and in order to rise, to excel, eventually to succeed, and bring hope to others and to the entire

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