“We have to build a new Albania, not just rebuild the old one.”
What this quote means
This quote by Edi Rama, former mayor of Tirana and Prime Minister of Albania, calls for radical transformation rather than mere restoration. It expresses the ambition to create an innovative future, freed from past patterns. It resonates with all who aspire to deep change, whether in personal or collective life. It encourages us to dream big and not settle for fixing what exists, but to innovate.
How to apply it daily
In a current project, dare to innovate instead of just improving. Ask yourself: how could I create something new rather than repair the old?
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