The shape of willpower

The Dark Night - Beginning of a Miracle Delayed

Every person is born with a destiny. For Le Thi Tham, that destiny was like a dark night without a single star. The small house in Thanh Hoa was filled with sadness when she was born without arms, weighing just over 1 kg and carrying a series of illnesses: scoliosis, intestinal obstruction, hip spurs. A beginning full of tears and worries, seemingly destined for a life of acceptance and dependence.

For many, it might have been the end, a cruel sentence of fate. But for Tham and her family, it was the beginning of an extraordinary journey, where every step forward was a battle, and every effort was a glorious turning point.

And on the journey out of that dark night, Tham was not alone, she still had her family - her father and mother by her side to comfort her, despite the difficult circumstances, they embraced, protected, and believed in her. It was that acceptance, love, and absolute trust that became the first ray of light, piercing through the darkness, nurturing a small flame in Tham's heart. The darkness may come, but surely the dawn will soon break...

Hình hài của nghị lực - Ảnh 1. — While still a student, Tham showed her compassion and desire to contribute by opening a free English class for children in her neighborhood.

Fire - a burning will in the heart, a fierce desire

Difficulties quickly came to Tham when she started going to school. Having no arms and a body with many illnesses caused her to encounter many problems in life. It can be said that Tham's school childhood was a series of days of struggling with a pen. She held the pen between her left toes, diligently practicing writing. Her young toes were blistered and painful, but the fire of desire to learn in Tham never went out. The image of a little girl lying on her stomach, diligently writing each stroke with her feet is deeply engraved in the minds of those who have known the extraordinary willpower of that girl.

At the age of 6, when her peers were still playing and enjoying their childhood, Tham was able to confidently enter the village school. She could write fluently, read the alphabet and numbers. It was not a miracle, it was the result of constant hard work. Every effort Tham made truly became a victory, giving her the strength to face her cruel fate.

Throughout 12 years of high school, Tham was always an excellent student, ranked at the top of her class. Despite the difficulties in taking notes and participating in physical activities, she still tried many times harder than her friends so as not to be left behind. Every page of the book, every lesson was studied by Tham with all her will and extraordinary effort. The desire to stand on the podium, imparting knowledge and dreams to generations of students was thus ignited and grew in her heart.

"In my childhood memories and until now, I always remember teacher Nguyen Ngoc Ky. He is an example that gives me the courage to strive to study. Like my teacher, I do not have two arms so I have to practice writing with my feet. While practicing writing, even though my feet are peeling and bleeding, I still do not give up my dream of going to school," Tham shared.

Since when, that fire has ignited in her a dream of teaching. For Tham, becoming a teacher is not only to fulfill her personal aspirations but also to prove that, despite physical disabilities, people can still do extraordinary things if they have enough will and determination.

Dawn - light creeps in and career blossoms

As a student, Tham demonstrated her kindness and desire to contribute by opening a free English class for children in her neighborhood. Those were her first lessons in sharing, in using her knowledge to brighten the future of those less fortunate. That spirit and enthusiasm have created a special mark in the community.

Dawn is the moment of transition from darkness to dawn, bringing with it so much hope and good things waiting. And for Tham, it seems that moment is gradually coming to light up her life, promising a bright future that is truly worthy of her efforts.

In 2018, the story of Tham's determination touched the hearts of those in charge. She was specially recruited as an English teacher at Dong Thinh Primary and Secondary School, Dong Son District, Thanh Hoa - right in her hometown. The moment she stood on the podium, using her feet to control the pen and write on the board, left her with the magic of will and the kindness of society. It was not only a personal moment for Tham but also a symbol of compassion, of fairness and that society always opens its arms to those with determination and talent. Ms. Tham has turned physical limitations into a unique teaching method, attracting attention and inspiring passion for learning in students.

Every night will have its dawn, as long as the fire of determination within you never goes out.

Millions of people have known her and been inspired by her. Her lectures not only lead to distant knowledge but also to lessons about courage and the meaning of life that are lit in the hearts of everyone. Teacher Le Thi Tham - an exemplary teacher, a beacon of the spirit of beautiful living. She was honored as "Beautiful Living Youth" in 2023, becoming a symbol of the will to rise up and the perseverance in pursuing dreams. For many consecutive years, she has achieved the title of grassroots emulation fighter, honored as an outstanding teacher, making great contributions to the causeof education . These achievements are a recognition of her professional capacity and her tireless dedication to the education sector.

She is like a messenger of hope, showing the way for the next generation to become good citizens, to live beautifully. Her stories will always be an epic of determination, of humanity, lighting up hope and spreading inspirational humane stories, reminding us that, in this life, there is no limit that can prevent people from achieving their dreams, and there is no limit that can prevent us from continuing to live with ourselves, with society, by lighting the fire of compassion and sharing with those around us. That fire will light the way, warm the heart and turn every endless night into an opportunity to wait for the bright dawn.