"You are big fish, not a guppy," Basir said. "The guppies swim in a pond. There are people who attempt to tell us what we can and cannot do. Big fish swim in the sea, where the possibilities are endless."
"My father and mother would be like, Fatimah, you're a big fish. Don't ever let people stop what you are doing," said Basir, reflecting on her childhood encouragement that inspired her book.
The book addresses the struggles children face today, including bullying and mental health issues. Basir believes that children need to be motivated to rise above criticism.
Basir's book is inspired by her experiences and the lessons taught by her parents, emphasizing the importance of support and self-belief in overcoming obstacles.
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