One can argue that success drives society, or more specifically the fear of failure. It is the ultimate failure to not be successful, if that makes any sense. In The Secret to Success by Eric Thomas,a motivational speaker, the idea of motivation as the driving force to success is argued. Thomas argues that " you have to want to be successful more than you want to breath". In order to be successful food,sleep and family have to be sacrificed, is basically what Thomas is saying. Although this is a great tip for gaining success monetarily it does not explore the idea that success can come in all different forms. Yes, to really work for a goal you will sacrifice, but for most success is finding a balance in life between family, a career, a social life, and personal happiness. Every definition of success will be different for every person but Thomas is correct that the work that goes into success is long and hard and that you have to find motivation.
The area where success is clearly defined is in the sports arena. It is clear as day if an athlete is successful or not. In Eleven Rings: The Soul of Success by Phil Jackson, Jackson explains what it takes to be successful and how it feels to be a great success. Success is a combination of things including; heart,compassion,strength, will-power and dedication. Jackson as a former NBA player and world renown coach knows a thing or two about success. Jackson had a well rounded view on character as well as success and has become a role model to many. And in the words of Jackson " Always keep an open mind and compassionate heart" which could very well be the key to success.
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