By P Mohan Chandran
What is the value of success? What is the weight of money in the scale of life's fulfillment? If all the wealth in the world were distributed equally among us all, would it alter the essence of our existence? Would it revolutionize our individual narratives? Or, as the saying goes, would it all end up back in the same pockets? An intriguing paradox to ponder upon.
In this world, draped with the alluring allure of materialistic achievements, we often confuse the pursuit of success with the pursuit of wealth. We chase after financial stability, mistaking it for the ultimate symbol of success. But let us pause for a moment and ask ourselves this – Is success something you run after, or is it something that seeks a worthy candidate? It is a provocative question, one that demands introspection beyond the superficial layers of our ambitions.
Consider this. Success, in its purest form, is more than just the sum of our material possessions. It is a beacon of fulfillment, an affirmation of our personal growth, seeking a vessel that resonates with its essence. So, instead of pursuing success, shouldn't we focus on enhancing ourselves, on personal development, on becoming a place where success would willingly dwell?
Let's shift our gaze to our professional lives. The workplace, the bastion of our livelihood, is often viewed through the lens of monetary compensation. We quantify our worth with the figures on our paychecks, asking, "What am I earning here?" But isn't that the wrong question to ask? Perhaps the question we should be asking is, "What am I becoming here?"
Our professional endeavors are more than just means to earn a living. They are the crucibles in which we are constantly reshaping ourselves, developing our skills, and enriching our character. So, shouldn't the measure of our professional worth be defined by the person we are evolving into rather than the income we are drawing?
And therein lies the true essence of happiness. It is not nestled in the confines of what we gain materially but blooms in the garden of our personal growth. The joy we seek doesn't reside in the tangible but in the intangible realm of becoming. True happiness emanates from the realization of our potential, the enrichment of our character, and the evolution of our consciousness.
This realization is not born out of a mere theoretical understanding, but through a lived experience, a journey of self-discovery, and evolution. A journey, I, the author of this narrative, have trodden upon. A journey that helped me realize that success is not about amassing wealth, but about enriching one's self.
So, let us end with a question, one that probes deep into the fabric of our lives – Are we asking the right questions to ourselves? Are we valuing our worth by the wealth we amass, or by the person we are becoming? In the end, isn't it true that it is not about what we have, but about who we are and who we become? The answers to these questions hold the key to the fulfillment we seek, the happiness we desire, and the success we yearn for.
What according to you is "success?"
1. Earning as much money & wealth as I can.
2. Realizing my fullest potential & becoming what I can.
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