Fame, Fame And Happiness: My Definition Of Success

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The definition of success is different in the minds of every individual on this planet. Some believe success is fame and fortune, while others believe success is peace and happiness. Whatever the definition may be, everyone strives to obtain their definition of success. Success and perfection are encoded in our DNA, and has been prevalent in our various cultures since the beginning of human history. This is pronounced when looking back at societies like Rome, or time periods like the Renaissance, where success and perfection was viewed together as one rather than separate. My definition of success is a combination between fame and fortune and peace and happiness. I like to have balance in my life, and too much fame, fortune, peace, and happiness, …show more content…

I do not wish to be inconvenienced with overwhelming fame, however, I would not mind getting recognition for accomplishments I have achieved. I do not require lavish wealth, a giant mansion, or five golden Lamborghinis, but only life without having financial stresses. Extreme wealth can make an individual paranoid, constantly questioning, “are people just using me for my money,” and, “how am I going to protect my money?” Total peace can also be unfavorable. Anyone who is at total peace currently is either ignorant or careless. No matter what situation anyone is in, they have stressors, whether economic, political, or family. Happiness too, is not good when it comes to absolutes. People who have absolute happiness are either phonies or have a psychological disorder. I believe that someone who is always happy, cannot have obtained success, because of the lack of failure that is shown in the individual. Failure is quintessential when it comes to having success, and then being able to get back up to continue your pursuit of success. All four of these contributors; fame, fortune, peace, and happiness; provide what is necessary for me to have success in the future. While my definition of success has not changed throughout this course, I have more tools to further enhance my chances for …show more content…

I have rescheduled my time, maximized my schooling, learned to believe in myself and what I want to achieve, and make healthy and wise choices when it comes to college decisions. Although I was skeptical about taking this required course when I learned of it when I failed my math entrance exam, I am now glad that I had taken this course. I believe most of the topics that we have talked about will benefit me positively in the future. Because of this class I have become a better writer and have acquired the skills necessary for

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