Friday, January 4, 2013

WHEN LABELS ARE FABLES


Who decides whether
 you're a success or not? 

Tony Cooke, a friend of mine, asked me, "Who defined reality for you?"

"I'm curious," he continued. "What is the basis for how you see yourself, the people around you, your circumstances, your destiny, and your world? How much of your sense of reality has been defined by your parents, your education, society and the media?"

That's a good question. The world around us judges us according to their standards. However, the only person that can label you a success is YOU. Listening to the media or other people can leave you disillusioned.

This really drives home the importance of understanding your own definition of success. Is it owning a business or being a millionaire? Is it based on happiness or a career? Is it about your family or your relationship with God?

Recognize that other peoples labels can be fables... they don't know your definition of success or happiness. 

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