Never to Give Up – A Story of Courage

Updated: 26 Oct, 2024

Never to Give Up is a moral story about a young boy named Arjun faces a challenging hill race in his village.

Known for giving up easily, he almost quits until a wise elder’s encouragement fuels him to continue.

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Taking one small step at a time, Arjun reaches the top and learns the power of perseverance, proving that determination can conquer any obstacle.

Never to Give Up – Let’s Read

Once there was a boy, he lived in a village near the dense forest. Arjun was known throughout the village for his kindness and curiosity.

But had one troubling habit—he would often give up on things he found too challenging.

One day, the village elders announced a competition: a race to the top of the nearby hill. The prize was a rare golden apple, known for its beauty and said to bring wisdom to its keeper.

An Old Man Holding Golden Apple And A Boy

Arjun wanted the apple badly but felt unsure if he could complete the race. The hill was steep, and many skilled climbers were joining.

On the day of the race, Arjun lined up at the starting point along with the other villagers. As the race began, everyone darted off enthusiastically, including Arjun.

But soon, as he climbed higher and faced the difficult, rocky path, Arjun’s energy waned. His legs grew tired, and his breath became short.

He saw other villagers running past him effortlessly, and doubt crept into his mind. Maybe this race is not for me, he thought.

Just as he was about to sit down, he heard an elderly man’s voice. It was the village wise man, Rishi, who had come to watch the race.

He noticed Arjun’s tired face and called out, “Arjun, remember that every step, however small, takes you closer to the top. You only truly fail when you stop trying.”

Encouraged by Rishi’s words, Arjun stood up. He decided to take one small step at a time, resting if needed but never giving up.

With each step, his determination grew stronger. He stumbled, he slipped, and he even bruised his knee, but he kept moving forward, fueled by Rishi’s words echoing in his mind.

Finally, after what felt like an eternity, Arjun saw the golden apple glistening in the sunlight atop the hill.

As he reached the finish line, the villagers cheered, and Arjun felt a sense of pride he had never felt before.

He realized that reaching the top wasn’t just about winning the golden apple; it was about overcoming his doubts and fears.

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Every small step forward is a victory over doubt; keep moving, and the summit will be yours.

From that day on, Arjun became known not only as a kind and curious boy but as someone who never gave up, no matter how challenging the journey seemed.

And whenever he faced difficulties in life, he remembered Rishi’s words and pushed forward, one step at a time.