How do we define success? Success is something that an individual must determine for themselves. Success is an accumulation of achievements that one receives from years of school and work. Success does not have a timetable and is not always achievable. Success has two forms; personal success and an outsider 's view of achievement. Success does not always bring happiness or wealth, but may also bring anger. In our society success seems to be measured by what we have done, created or amassed. Most people identify success as money, cars, big houses, job title and fame. They live most of their lives in pursuit of all of these material objects. Success is something perceived by an individual or individuals. It is relative, subjective, and often very abstract. We live in a society in which being successful is the ultimate form of achievement.
As I reflect on my personal experiences, I realize I have had many successes; each being of equal importance as to how I achieve my goals. Throughout my life, I have always played sports. When I was a little kid I knew I would be a successful athlete. I set goals that would put me in a position to go to a division one college. Some of the goals were to throw …show more content…
There are many negative connotations associated with success. Hitting rock bottom and losing friends may occur. There are jealous, cynical and critical people with little ambition who will try to sabotage career success. These negative people have a lack of happiness in their lives and begin to thrive on other 's problems, mistakes, and failures. Success brings responsibility and power. That can increase stress that is not good for the heart. A prosperous man or woman in America most likely has a family and a head position at his or her job. The pressure of supporting a family and being a boss at work can cause someone who is viewed successful and happy to hate their life. Success does not promise
As I reflect on my personal experiences, I realize I have had many successes; each being of equal importance as to how I achieve my goals. Throughout my life, I have always played sports. When I was a little kid I knew I would be a successful athlete. I set goals that would put me in a position to go to a division one college. Some of the goals were to throw …show more content…
There are many negative connotations associated with success. Hitting rock bottom and losing friends may occur. There are jealous, cynical and critical people with little ambition who will try to sabotage career success. These negative people have a lack of happiness in their lives and begin to thrive on other 's problems, mistakes, and failures. Success brings responsibility and power. That can increase stress that is not good for the heart. A prosperous man or woman in America most likely has a family and a head position at his or her job. The pressure of supporting a family and being a boss at work can cause someone who is viewed successful and happy to hate their life. Success does not promise