What is Success?

I define success in my life by the goals I accomplish and what impact I have created through my accomplishments. Richard St. John reminds us that success is not a one-way street, but a constant journey. I agree with it and believe that success is not only to achieve it, but also to sustain it.

There are some Bible verses and some well-said quotes of success that I want to keep in mind for myself. My definition of success may be changed from time to time in my life journey.

I believe that not all of these will resonate with you, but chances are at least a few of them will. Use these or find inspiration here to create your own definition of success that can be applied to your unique life.

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” - Philippians 4:6

“Take delight in the LORD, and he will give you the desires of your heart.” - Psalm 37:4

“I can do all this through him who gives me strength.” - Philippians 4:13

"What is joy without sorrow? What is success without failure? What is a win without a loss? What is health without illness? You have to experience each if you are to appreciate the other. There is always going to be suffering. It's how you look at your suffering, how you deal with it, that will define you." - Mark Twain

"Success is doing what you want to do, when you want, where you want, with whom you want, as much as you want." - Tony Robbins

“What is success?

To laugh often and much.

To win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children.

To earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends.

To appreciate beauty.

To find the best in others.

To leave the world a bit better, whether by a healthy child, a garden patch or a redeemed social condition.

To know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived.

This is to have succeeded.” - Ralph Waldo Emerson

What is your definition of success?

Have a wonderful weekend!

Julie