The Complexity of Success: Between Summits, Abysses and Versatility
Positive Minds | Positive Quotes | Edition 031
In my last blog, I explored the metaphor of the lion and the gazelle to illustrate the different facets of survival and success in our professional and personal lives. The feedback and comments were so inspiring that I dug deeper into two emerging themes: the perception of success and the importance of versatility. These two aspects, although different, are intimately linked and deserve to be examined in more detail.
The Double Face of Success: Summits and Abysses
We often measure success by the heights we have reached and the summits we have conquered. However, this perception is incomplete. Success is also measured by the challenges we have overcome and the abysses we have crossed.
"Success is measured not only by the altitude of the peaks conquered but also by the depth of the abysses overcome."
In life, we encounter obstacles that seem insurmountable. These difficult moments, these "abysses", also indicate our success. They force us to draw on our inner resources, develop our resilience and find creative solutions. By overcoming these challenges, we gain not only strength but also wisdom.
Versatility: The Key to Success in a Changing World
In a world of constant change, versatility has become an essential skill. Our initial training, while important, is no longer enough. It's like the foundations of a house; it's essential to the building but doesn't entirely define it.
"Our initial training is comparable to the foundations of a house; it is indispensable to the edifice, but it does not define it entirely."
We must be prepared to learn continuously to succeed in today's world. Like building a house, you need walls, floors, a roof, doors and windows, paint, and much more. Every new skill we acquire, every new area of knowledge we explore, adds another piece to our personal and professional 'house'.
These two aspects of success, although different, are complementary. They remind us that success is a complex journey that requires both the resilience to overcome challenges and the versatility to adapt to a constantly changing world. The road to success is paved with summits to conquer, abysses to overcome, and an unshakeable will to learn and adapt.
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