The Merriam-Webster dictionary describes success as a “favorable or desired outcome” or “the attainment of wealth, favor, or eminence.” These definitions blatantly make two assumptions: 1) Success is an easily identifiable result, and 2) Success is based off of the opinions and actions of others, whether that be in the form of a pay raise or even simply words of approval. These definitions take the responsibility and feasibility of attaining success away from and us and place them into the hands of others. A simple shift in the perception of what makes success, “success,” can draw the power back into our own hands and therefore make success a much more common and reliable friend. Over the past several months, I have redefined my idea of success, and it adheres to the following tenets:
Exercise: Physically list (with a pen and paper) in what areas of your life you have experienced internal success. Write down the emotions that came with such successes. Can you think of a time when you did not achieve a goal, but experienced internal success?
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