I understand where you're coming from, but a person in the situation that the OP is in has only two options: Do nothing, or do something. Yes, achieving "great

I understand where you're coming from, but a person in the situation that the OP is in has only two options: Do nothing, or do something. Yes, achieving "greatness" is sadly not in the cards for most of us. But to try is a choice anyone can make. In the end, would you rather have tried and failed or not tried at all?