December Daily...
Celebrating Success
A friend of mine [M. Excel] would often say "Until it's my turn, I'll keep clapping for others."
I had to hear that over and over before I got to appreciate what I think it means.
It's human to envy the success of others. In Morgan Housel's "The Psychology of Money", he says "when people see someone drive a luxurious car they don't go 'wow, this man really worked hard to be able to afford this'. No, they first imagine what it'll feel like for them to be in that ride, basking in the euphoria for a while."
Desiring the kind of life someone else enjoy is ok, but it’s not an excuse to envy, hate or try to paint their life like they got it all on a platter (even if they did). There’s no success that wasn’t payed for at a price.
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Rather, appreciate the hard work put into it, see the sacrifices they make. See that for some, the level you envy is a stepping stone for them.
Your time will come. Whether in front of Kings or mere men, the spot light will be on you.
Until then, keep celebrating Success.
6/31
📷 To Barr. Ada Onwuzulike, congratulations
