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If Not Now, Then When?

Rose Motete

How many times have you said, “I’ll start tomorrow”? Tomorrow becomes next week. Next week becomes next month. And suddenly, a year has passed — with the same goals still waiting.

“If not now, then when?” is more than a question. It’s a challenge.

  1. Growth begins with action.
    You don’t improve by planning forever. You improve by starting — even imperfectly.

  2. Confidence is built, not found.
    Many students wait to “feel ready.” The truth? Confidence comes after you begin, not before.

  3. Time will pass anyway.
    Whether you start learning English, apply for that job, or begin that course — time will move forward. The real question is: will you move with it?

  4. Small steps create big change.
    One lesson. One paragraph. One brave attempt at speaking. Progress is quiet but powerful.

So today, ask yourself honestly:
If not now… then when?

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