????Rethinking Success: Beyond the Material

??In our relentless chase for success, it's easy to get lost in the allure of material possessions. The latest car model, a sprawling mansion, exotic vacations, designer clothes - society often paints these as the ultimate trophies of achievement. I've also been caught in the whirlwind of acquiring more, thinking it affirmed my worth.

But do these possessions genuinely reflect who we are? Do they own us more than we own them, shackling us in a cycle of endless pursuit?

????♂?There's inherently nothing wrong with enjoying the fruits of our labor. History is replete with examples of those who used their wealth for remarkable achievements and benevolence. Enjoyment and use of wealth is not the issue; the problem arises when it becomes our sole focus, diverting us from our true purpose.

??When our possessions start dictating our worth, when debt becomes our shadow, when we hoard, worship, or boast about our acquisitions, we lose sight of what truly matters. We risk valuing things over experiences and possessions over connections.

??Echoing Spencer W. Kimball's wisdom, "Love people, not things; use things, not people," this invitation to recalibrate our priorities calls us to invest in relationships, find joy in experiences, and remember that our true value lies in our actions, our contributions to the world, and our relationships with others.

?Let's engage in a conversation about redefining success. How do you balance the joy of your achievements with the pursuit of a purposeful life?