The word success means something different for each person. For me, success is not solely about accumulating wealth and money. It is about achieving what you desire and what brings you contentment. It could be taking care of your loved ones, pursuing your passion, or simply surviving the day. It is a unique journey that each of us embarks upon, and success is when we feel fulfilled with what we have accomplished.
Recently, I had a conversation on Facebook where I made a bold statement: “People are where they are in life because they do not want to help themselves.” Look around, and you will find that very few individuals are willing to expand their knowledge or perspective by reading books or watching informative videos.
The circumstances in which we find ourselves may not always be under our control, but we can certainly change ourselves. “What we attract in our lives is a direct result of the person we have become.” As Jim Rohn said, “What you have at the moment in your life, you have attracted by the person you have become.”
In this world of endless possibilities, only a few people have the ability to equip us with the knowledge to navigate the challenges that come our way. My mother was a wonderful teacher, but she could not provide me with the necessary tools to thrive in this world. School, too, only teaches us so much, and it does not prepare us for the real world. It is up to us to become students of life, to seek knowledge from various sources available to us, and to utilize the vast resources of the internet.
The journey of self-mastery is not just about achieving success and getting the things you want; it also reduces fear, depression, and anxiety. When we take control of our lives, we no longer feel helpless and lost. We have a sense of direction, and we know where we are heading. The fear of the unknown, which often leads to depression and anxiety, starts to dissipate, and we start to feel empowered.
There is no excuse for not helping yourself. Unless you are living in a cave, you have all the resources at your disposal. You have the power to give yourself a chance to live a fulfilling life, free from the shackles of dependency on others. It is about embarking on a journey of self-mastery, and as Jim Rohn said, “To have more in life, you must become more.”
I still have many areas I need to work on to become the person I aspire to be. And if you’re unsure of what you want to achieve, it’s time to ask yourself: Who and what do I want to become for myself? Not for my family, my partner, or my children, but for myself.
I hope this video by Jim Rohn will inspire you and change your perspective on life, just as it did for me. The power of self-mastery can change so much in your life, and it is the key to achieving success in all aspects of life while reducing fear, depression, and anxiety. Speaking from experience. To become you have to take action.