"در این دنیا خوبی وجود دارد و ارزش مبارزه کردن را دارد"

We all have those moments when everything seems bleak and it's hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel. The core idea here is that even when things look dark and hopeless, there’s still goodness in the world, and that goodness is something we should strive to protect and nurture.

This notion comes from Samwise Gamgee in J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Lord of the Rings." Imagine the scene: everything feels like it's crumbling, the odds are stacked against them, and yet, Sam reminds Frodo—and us—that there's beauty and kindness worth saving. It’s the kind of wisdom that resonates deeply, especially when life gets tough.

Think about Malala Yousafzai. As a young girl in Pakistan, she stood up for girls' education in a place where such a stance could—and nearly did—cost her life. Despite the threats and the violence that climaxed in a brutal attack on her life, she continued to fight for what she believed in. She saw the good in education, the potential in every young girl, and she deemed it worth fighting for. Today, Malala is a global symbol of bravery and the enduring power of standing up for good in the face of evil.

So, how can you apply this to your own life? Start small. Pick something you believe in—a cause, a person, a dream—and make a conscious choice to support it. Did you notice a colleague struggling at work? Offer them a hand. Is there a local charity or community effort you care about? Volunteer some of your time. Sometimes, the smallest actions can create ripples of positive change.

Here’s a story to bring it home. Picture a close-knit neighborhood where everyone knows each other. One winter, a terrible storm hits, leaving everyone snowed in and cut off from the main roads. At first, people are worried and stressed. But then, a few neighbors take it upon themselves to check on everyone, making sure the elderly have enough food and medicine, and shoveling paths so folks can get out if they need to.

In the midst of a challenging situation, these small acts of kindness make a huge difference. It reminds everyone that even in tough times, there’s a sense of community and care—goodness—that’s truly worth the effort.

So next time you’re feeling overwhelmed by negativity, think about what you can do to foster and protect the good things around you. Sometimes, it’s as simple as being kind when you don’t have to be. Each of us has the power to be a force for good in the world. And it's these cumulative acts of goodness that build a world worth fighting for.

It's like talking to a friend at a coffee shop—sometimes, you just need a reminder that despite all the crap going on, there are things worth holding onto, worth striving for. And when you think about it that way, it doesn't seem quite so overwhelming, does it?