There’s something more important than being successful

Summary

The article emphasizes that shared success with loved ones is more fulfilling than individual success.

Abstract

The author argues that true success is not solely about personal achievement but also about the success of those we care about. The article suggests that reaching the pinnacle of success alone can be a lonely experience, and the joy of one's own achievements can be overshadowed by the sorrow of seeing loved ones struggle. It posits that the success of family and friends enhances one's own sense of accomplishment, and that the well-being of our surroundings significantly impacts our own success and mental state. The author concludes by advocating for a collective approach to success, where ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to succeed is paramount.

Opinions

Success is more rewarding when shared with loved ones who are also successful.
Individual success can feel empty if it is not accompanied by the success of close family and friends.
The author expresses a desire to share their success with loved ones, indicating that success without companionship is undesirable.
The well-being and success of those around us can influence our own success and emotional state.
The article conveys that it is important to consider the struggles of others, even when one has achieved their own goals.
The author believes that everyone should have the opportunity to succeed, as the success of one should not come at the expense of others' ability to succeed.

There’s something more important than being successful — you’re forgetting this.

No one has success until everyone has success.

Is success all there is to life? Is there something more important to you than individual success?

Well, to answer those questions, yes.

Something more important than success is being around loved ones that are also successful. Here’s why.

It’s lonely at the top of the mountain.

I’m not at the top of the mountain yet, but when I get there, I want my loved ones to come with me. I mean, I put in all of this work — writing my ass off every day for clicks and attention. Then when I get the clicks and attention, there’s no one to share it with.

I sound like one of those old rich dudes who sit in their mansion all by themselves, but it’s true.

My sister wants to be a great language interpreter. If she failed at this and I succeeded, well, my success would be bittersweet.

No one has success until everyone has success.

Final Thoughts

It feels good to reach your goals and get that taste of the pie you’ve always waited for. I’m greedy so I’d know.

The main point here is that your surroundings play a huge role in your success.

If someone you know just got fired from their job, or they’re going through depression, or they have a horrible health problem — that’s going to have an effect (to some degree) on your psyche.

Even from the top of the mountain, you can still look down and see your loved ones struggling for an inch up. It’s hard to see.

Keep this in the back of your mind when you reach the promised land.

If someone can’t eat, no one can.

So make sure everyone can.