Boxing sports is ruthless. I never liked it. I hated watching it. I never appreciated it. Those powerful punches were not only devastating; they were awful. I did not understand why it is considered a sport.
But Manny Pacquiao changed the way I view boxing. I don’t love it still. But I like Manny. And I admire what he does. More than as a professional boxer, but as an inspiration to many.
Oh, and have I mentioned I also enjoy his sense of humor?
Manny Pacquiao has conquered not just the boxing arena and the hearts of many boxing sports enthusiasts. He has also won the respect and admiration of many non-boxing aficionados.
One of his fans in Cambodia shared on Facebook that he decided to stay at home with his dad to watch the Floyd Mayweather-Manny Pacquaio fight of the century instead of attending a relative’s wedding.
What’s with Manny Pacquiao? Why do many people look up to him and consider him different from other great achievers?
1. From zero to hero
Every Filipino knows his rags-to-riches life story. The world had witnessed how he rose from being a nobody to somebody. From being a street urchin to a responsible wealthy man. From earning two dollars a fight to millions per match. From being an insignificant member of a community to becoming a life champion. He is considered a hero back home in the Philippines and is regarded as the country’s National Fist.
2. Committed Spirit
Manny is pursuing something that he is passionate about. A man of action, he is dedicated to perfecting his craft. He is always aggressive and determined to win the fight. His fighting spirit started at a young age. It grew with him and has won him many battles in life.
3. Grateful Heart
Despite his many accomplishments inside and outside the ring, Manny remains humble and keeps his feet on the ground. He does not brag about his accomplishments as a professional boxer. People all over the world praise him, and his response is just his usual burst of laughter and a thank you. His humility has won him more supporters from every corner of the world.
It is sad to see some achievers allow success to get into their heads. They become egoistic, conceited, and they go around with loud mouths. It’s a relief that a super-achiever with eight division titles to his name remains humble and likeable.
4. Acts of Kindness
Manny has a beautiful heart. He has become a symbol of hope for many of his countrymen. He shares the love, and he gives back to the community – giving food to the hungry, offering scholarships to less fortunate but capable individuals, and providing shelter to the homeless.
5. Solid Inner Strength
He’s been there, he's done that. But after a taste of the bad, he now embraces the good. His deep faith in his Creator has turned Manny into a Good Samaritan. He worships God and not his money.
His incredible career has stunned many fans. His humble soul has melted the hearts of many supporters. But whether he wins or loses in this fight of the century few hours from now, Manny will still be the winner in life – with his positive attitude and humble spirit.
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