Inspiration for when you are feeling low.

When I was young and free and my imagination had no limits, I dreamed of changing the world.

As I grew older and wiser, I discovered the world would not change, so I shortened my sights somewhat and decided to change only my country.

But, it too seemed immovable. As I grew into my twilight years, in one last desperate attempt, I settled for changing only in my family, those closest to me, but alas, they would have none of it.

And now as I lay on my deathbed, I suddenly realize...If I had only changed myself first, then by example I would have changed my family.
From their inspiration and encouragement, I would have been able to better my country, and who knows, I may have even changed the world.

Inscribed on the tomb of an Anglican Bishop in Westminster Abbey (1100AD)