Money Vs. Money: The Definition Of Success

Despite the largely common goal of the human race to be successful, why is it that so many feel as if they’ve failed? Why do so many people feel unfulfilled or unhappy with their lives? People in our society misunderstand the definition of success often having been brainwashed with the false definition of money or fame. In reality, the definition of success is much more complex. Success is defined by the dictionary as accomplishing an aim or purpose, but being considered success in life is much more about obtaining happiness.
Why do so many people confuse success with fame or money? Much of the population confuses money and fame for success, mostly because of the consistent belief that money makes things easier. According to this train of thought, having the ability to fill lives with material possessions makes life more fulfilling. Many people who are considered successful in this way don’t know the feeling of true success. There are people who have money, but in order to obtain that money they are hardcore savers that may have been featured in the TLC show Extreme Cheapskates. Would these people be considered successful, let alone happy? There are people who have to do despicable things to make the money they do proving …show more content…
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