The definitions of success that surrounded me as I grew up, together with the beliefs they carried, were so deeply rooted in the traditions and stories I was accustomed to that they became a kind of standard against which I measured my own life.
That is why it took me a long time to work out what success really means to me.
And I believe that, at least to some extent, you can relate to this too, because no one is immune to this phenomenon.
Even the most experienced entrepreneurs and creative people I know occasionally fall into the trap of well-worn ideas that fame and wealth are symbols of success.
What does success mean to me?
You grow up surrounded by definitions that include prestigious titles, a stable job and impressive numbers. But over time, I realised that this was not my success. That it was not enough.
Today, success looks different to me:
👉 When I have the freedom to choose my own path. 👉 When I am truly present with my family. 👉 When I leave a positive mark through what I do. 👉 When I end the day fulfilled and at peace with myself, not exhausted, not lost. 👉 ...
That is my compass.
And it is not measured in likes, bonuses or other people's expectations.
Because success is, ultimately, personal.
It is your definition, regardless of what anyone else thinks it should be.
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