First, what is the definition of successful? What does it mean? The hard truth is that everyone’s opinion of what is successful is different. My meaning of successful is going for my dreams and achieving them. Someone else’s definition of being successful could be the meaning of being the best parent they can be or the best significant partner. It does not matter what type of success you are looking for; the formula for being successful is the same. Never give up, push yourself harder than you ever have before, and surround yourself with people who drive you.
Having someone in your corner that believes in you and pushes you to do great things is what everyone needs to succeed. The toxic people will only bring you down, the toxic people being those that hold you back from the greatness you want to achieve, the people that belittle you and do not take your dreams seriously.
Having friends or family who also have their own goals is great because they become your inspiration. Someone who is out partying all the time and not doing anything with their life will hold you back. It is all too easy to get caught up with the things your friends are doing, so choose them wisely. As for family, you may not be able to choose them, but you can still choose who you want in your life. You have the ability to surround yourself with positive people, as well as those who inspire you.
For me, friendly competition with my siblings always got me fired up and ready to take on the world. Find whatever it is that drives you and hold on to it. This goes along with pushing yourself as well. Do not be afraid to push the limit. You can do anything you put your mind to, so go ahead and get started.
Anything worth having will be worth the fight, and believe me, it will not come easy. The good thing to remember though is that the things worth fighting for are always the best things. Working hard for something builds character and makes you stronger. Never be afraid to fight for what you want. It gives yourself this sense of pride and the ability to get through anything. The things handed to us are often taking for granted, so working hard for something makes us know exactly what we have and is easier to appreciate.
Success is what we want out of life. To be successful, you have to want the thing you’re striving for with all of your being. It helps to work hard and to keep at it.
