What is Success? A Personal Journey of Belief

October 2, 2024 | Python | Harikrishnan VG

Success—what is it, really? Is there one single definition for it? If you ask a hundred people, you’ll get a hundred different answers. Why? Because success is deeply personal. It’s not a one-size-fits-all concept. Each of us measures success differently, depending on our dreams, desires, and life circumstances.

Let’s take a familiar scene from life, something we’ve all witnessed in our society: a rich man and a common man. The rich man, let’s say, dreams of buying a luxury car—a BMW. When he finally buys it, he feels victorious. In his eyes, he has succeeded. Now, let’s look at the common man. His dream may not be a luxury car, but a modest bike, something that makes his life a little easier. When he buys that bike, he feels the same sense of triumph. For him, that is success.

But here’s the lesson: success has no single answer. There isn’t a universal measure that fits everyone. The problem arises when we start comparing our journey to someone else’s, thinking, “They’ve achieved this, but I haven’t, so I must be a failure.” Nothing could be further from the truth.

We often look at other people’s stories and think, “I wish my life were like that.” But our stories are meant to be unique. Imagine if a movie character started comparing their script with another character from a different film. The plot would fall apart, and the story would no longer be authentic. Our story is ours alone, and no one else can live it for us.

Think of life as a movie where you are the lead actor. Success in your film may look different from the next person’s film, but that doesn’t make your story any less significant. Our journey is defined by our own choices, our own dreams, and our own achievements.

When we start measuring our success based on someone else’s milestones, we risk losing the plot of our own story. If a director constantly rewrites the script based on another movie, the result is confusion, and the story falls apart. That’s exactly what happens in life when we start comparing our success to others’.

So, what should you do instead?

Define your success. Set your own goals, your own dreams. Whether it's getting that job you’ve always wanted, learning a new skill, or buying that modest bike you’ve dreamed of—it’s your journey, your story. Success isn’t about reaching someone else’s milestone; it’s about achieving what you’ve set out to do.

At TECHWINGSYS, we understand this philosophy. Our goal isn’t just to equip you with technical skills. We aim to help you write your own script, one where you are the hero, and success is defined by you. Each student here isn’t just learning; they’re shaping their own story, moving closer to their version of success every day.

Success isn’t a race. It’s not about who gets there first or who has the flashiest achievements. It’s about knowing what you want and going after it with everything you have. It’s about falling down, getting back up, and never giving up on the story you’re writing for yourself.

In the end, the only comparison that matters is the one between where you started and where you are now. If you’ve grown, learned, and moved forward—even if just a little—you’ve succeeded.

So, as you go through life, remember: success is personal. It's a story that only you can write. And as long as you believe in your own abilities, you will continue to succeed. Like the heroes in the best films, it’s your determination and faith in yourself that ultimately leads to victory.

Your story is yours alone. Own it. Believe in it. And never stop writing it.

Conclusion: Success is Yours to Define

By the end of this journey, what should you take away? Don’t compare your chapter to someone else’s book. Your success isn’t measured by someone else’s journey but by your own growth, resilience, and achievements. So, the next time you think about success, remember—you’re the author of your own life. Write it with purpose, courage, and unwavering belief in your abilities.

You are the director of your story, and every step you take is a step toward your unique version of success.

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