ILLUSION of SUCCESS ~ path to success has merit, not the goal..

ILLUSION of SUCCESS ~ path to success has merit, not the goal.. Pursuing success may appear dazzling on the outside, but it can leave you feeling hollow on the inside. Your epiphany could lead to a substantial shift in your approach to your goal and daily life. Instead of focussing on what others believe to be success, investigate how your life contributes to your meaningful identity. It's only the status that discreetly generates adoration from others, and it's a definition of success that only requires ticking off all the boxes on a hypothetical checklist. Remember that simply focussing on the concept of traditional success will not lead to success, regardless of whether you establish high criteria or measure your worth by ticking off boxes on an imaginary checklist. In general, you hear phrases like if you work hard, you'll be happy, or success is the path to a fulfilling life. It may make sense initially, but with time, your passion may become a relentless fixation...