The word "success" and its associated definition can be found in any dictionary, but what actually constitutes as "success" is nearly impossible to consistently determine. After all, every individual has their own idea about what "success" entails and what merits something "successful". Therefore, although the word "success" can be found in any dictionary, the meaning of the word is open to interpretation. Similarly, as individuals age, undergo certain hardships, and accomplish goals, an individual's definition of success can also evolve over time.
At 21 years old, I currently believe that success is accomplishing goals above and beyond all expectations. Thus, I believe that a "successful" life is one in which, an individual has accomplished …show more content…
Now, I will consider whether or not I have accomplished all the goals I made for myself throughout the duration of my lifetime, and how the results of those goals ultimately helped others. At 70 years old, I can only hope that I still believe that a "successful" life is one that has continuously serviced others through compassion, care, and kindness. Although I will have many short-term, "minor" goals along the way, in the end, my long-term goal is to leave a positive impact on the lives of those I love.
In the end, I define "success" as accomplishing goals. Throughout my lifetime, I want to focus on my definition of a "successful" life, which is a life that's primary goal is to positively impact the lives of others. I will regularly measure the "success" of my minor goals - such as career path, family, and educational goals - but these minor goals can change with age, education, and life experiences. Therefore, in my opinion, a truly "successful life" is a life, in which the main goal is to positively impact the lives of others, and that actually does just that.
Do you think that throughout your lifetime you will always have the same "vision" of what constitutes as a "successful"
At 21 years old, I currently believe that success is accomplishing goals above and beyond all expectations. Thus, I believe that a "successful" life is one in which, an individual has accomplished …show more content…
Now, I will consider whether or not I have accomplished all the goals I made for myself throughout the duration of my lifetime, and how the results of those goals ultimately helped others. At 70 years old, I can only hope that I still believe that a "successful" life is one that has continuously serviced others through compassion, care, and kindness. Although I will have many short-term, "minor" goals along the way, in the end, my long-term goal is to leave a positive impact on the lives of those I love.
In the end, I define "success" as accomplishing goals. Throughout my lifetime, I want to focus on my definition of a "successful" life, which is a life that's primary goal is to positively impact the lives of others. I will regularly measure the "success" of my minor goals - such as career path, family, and educational goals - but these minor goals can change with age, education, and life experiences. Therefore, in my opinion, a truly "successful life" is a life, in which the main goal is to positively impact the lives of others, and that actually does just that.
Do you think that throughout your lifetime you will always have the same "vision" of what constitutes as a "successful"