Key Learnings and Why You Should Be Grateful

     The first key learning from Malala’s book would be to never hesitate to raise your voice, don't ever give up on what you believe. If you don’t raise your voice, it is unlikely that anyone will hear you. Everyone has something to say, many times they don't speak up because they're afraid. If we are to take one true lesson from this book it's that boldly sharing your thoughts, and ideas is very important.

    Another lesson from the book is to dream, and to let your dreams guide you and your actions. Never think that any dream is too difficult, or too unrealistic. You have the freedom to dream and the power to achieve any goal that you set. Malala shows us how she never gave up on her dream, even after she got shot she kept going. She's still fighting for her rights, and for the rights of all women.

   The most important lesson however, is don’t hate or seek revenge. Malala was shot by a member of the Taliban on her way home from school. The Taliban attempted to kill her, and revenge is the last thing on Malala’s mind. That ideal doesn't benefit anyone and is simply a waste of time. Instead of seeking revenge she responds to it with peace, not violence.

    When the Taliban shot Malala their goal was to silence her campaign for girls’ education in Pakistan. They did not succeed. They have only made Malala’s voice stronger and clearer, and she has inspired millions across the world with her courage, dedication and strength.

    A major key learning is to never take freedom and education for granted. In a country where freedom is strictly limited and education is not widely praised, Malala struggled every day with these two aspects. What I took away from this book was to be grateful for everything you have. Don’t complain about having to go to school, it is an amazing right! There are many girls around the world who would love the opportunity to go to school every day without fearing for their lives. Be grateful you are receiving an education. Be grateful your country is in full support of you. Be grateful you have a voice in your country. You are extremely lucky.