Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o’s words remind us that triumphant moments are rarely spontaneous; they are the culmination of countless invisible efforts. Rather than celebrating only public accolades, this perspective invites us to value the incremental, unseen acts that build toward achievements. In doing so, the definition of success shifts away from mere outward recognition to the accumulation of consistent, diligent work performed away from immediate attention. [...]
