There are a few people I think of when I think of successful. Obviously, a few are famous. But others would surprise you. I know one person in particular that will never stop working and works on vacations craving internet just to check their work email. And believe me this can be very annoying to not feel like a priority in their lives. Everyone has met at least one person like this. I used to be like this. And maybe to a point I still am. But I have learned better balance. And I learned the hard way what happens when you always work and never just live in the moment. For this I am thankful I am not classically successful. I have many memories with my family and friends that I would not have otherwise. And although, I am jealous that I cannot have the same kind of work life fulfillment that most everyone else already has, I know that someday I will again have that too.
Nothing replaces the time you have today. Life is short. Some of us have seen this truth sooner than others. Whether that is your own health issues, near death experiences, witnessing this for someone else, or all of the above, we have at some point come to realize: life is short. Life is meaningless. Why waste it on the social construct of what success is?
If there is really no point in life, why not live it to the fullest? ✨
I had a near death experience, witnessed a tragedy, and have health issues. I got the trifecta of ingredients that spark a major life change. And I wouldn’t change a thing. I love the life I have. I realize how important people are. I realize how little time there really is. And most of all, I will never stop chasing the feeling. The feeling of being in love, of witnessing the wonders of the world, and the feeling of small personal successes that lead to larger changes. I love my growth. I love my family. And above everything else, I am finally happy again.
We all have heartbreaks, some of us hopeless romantics tend to have more than others. I am ok with this. It also means I fall in love more and get that joy often even if it comes with the sadness.
We all have something wrong health wise, maybe not now but eventually. Some of us chronically ill and those whom have disabilities obviously have that more often and more serious. But we will persevere. It is human nature to survive. It is simply nature.
The only meaning of life is… to be alive. That’s it.
So you get to decide what success means to you and how you pursue it. Because success is different to everyone. And honestly, I am happy overall but in a rut: so share your success in the comments. I would love to hear how well you are doing and cheer you on.
One thing about me is that I love being a cheerleader. Not for football games or for sport, but for support. I love being your biggest fan, listening to your problems, and cheering on your successes.
Let’s go and get the goal. Best wishes, and I love you guys!
BethAshlei 
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