When we get to certain milestones we set for ourselves, we wonder how well we are doing. We sometimes question if there is anything around us, any clue or something that can at least let us know whether we are succeeding in this life or not.
After reading many self-help books and articles, attending seminars, and making up your mind to walk a path of success and greatness, you then want to know if all your efforts are paying off or not. Wanting to know how well you are doing in life is like taking a quiz and then wanting to take a peek at the answers to know if you are doing it right or not. However, in this life, it is not a bad thing at all to wonder about your progress.
There are many clues that can suggest how well you are doing in this life. And this article is all about that. And if you are ready to know some of the signs that show that you are doing well in this life, let’s get into it.
What Is Our Definition Of Success?
To many people, the definition of success is not standard. Everyone has their own definition of it. Some view success as being able to have a hold on their time. Some see it as how much money they have in their banks; for others, it is realizing their goals and aspirations. Some see it as being able to realize their dream jobs and many more. All of these somehow suggest how people view success.
But is that what success really is? Maybe, but after realizing all of this, people still feel like there is more to it. A really rich person who has a family and is not lacking will still see it all as not being enough.
He would want to be the richest person in the world. And when indeed he becomes that person, it still will not feel enough. Are you following what I mean? The meaning of being successful changes at certain times in life, and it all starts with a realization.
People start to think about their achievements so far, and they realize they could do more. It is in human nature to want. But ultimately, there are certain things in this life that can at least let you know that you are becoming successful even when you think you are not.
No matter what level you are on the journey to your definition of success, there are certain clues around you that can let you know that you are on the right path to a successful future.
Signs That You Are Succeeding In Life
1. People Respect You
On the way to greatness, you do certain things that show people in your community how unique, focused, and serious you are about your life. People in our various communities admire hardworking people. And in order to be on your good side, they try to give you the respect you need.
Although you might sometimes wonder what you have done to deserve the respect certain people in the community give you, especially the old men and women, and certain people who you know would never have actually given you the respect they are now, supposing you were not who you are currently.
The moment you see this, keep in mind that you should not be surprised. It might mean that you are becoming successful. And they have seen and heard it.
2. People Compare Themselves To You
Another telltale sign that shows that you are succeeding in life is when you realize people are comparing themselves to you. In terms of your achievements, in terms of your character, demeanor, looks, and many more.
It all shows how much you are going forward in life, and you have no idea about it. Most parents would start to critique their sons and daughters, while husbands and wives would put you on a pedestal to compare you to their spouses.
These you may never see, but you will definitely hear. When you realize things like these, you need to understand that you are succeeding in life.
3. People Hate You
As much as there would be people to love and respect you, there would be others who would feel threatened by your growth and, as such, would develop hatred for you. It is worse if you are in the same organization with them.
They are not easily identifiable, but then there would also be others who would be bold enough to show themselves. And they would be the only few in your organization who would mostly oppose your views, suggestions, and ideas.
If you see things like these, you really should not be surprised, as it is a clear testament to your success in this life. It means you are on your way to a great future, and in a bid to sabotage it, they would do their very best to make you stumble along the way by doing things that will soil that hard-earned reputation you probably have built.
In such cases, lift your chins high and ignore their futile attempts. You are succeeding in life, and you do not need anyone to impede that for you.
4. You Have A Plan
Another good indicator that you are succeeding in life is when you know you have a plan for whatever might happen. You just feel like everything is in control, even when people think otherwise. You do not see it to be so because you already included them all in your plans. And so you feel that things are going according to plan.
The moment you get this feeling, you need to understand that it means you are succeeding. It might not be a very huge improvement in your life, but still, since it is a subtle addition, it means you are improving bit by bit.
5. Financially, You Are Not Stressed
If, in any case, you realize that you are not stressed in any way financially, that is a clear indication that you are on your path to success. It may be that you are not filthy rich, but as long as you are able to save, feed yourself and your family, owe no one, and are able to invest as well, then that means you are on the path to success.
6. You Understand The Importance Of Peace
When you have a chaotic mindset, when you are confused about your life or where you want to go, you become lost, but until you seek peace for yourself, you can’t be said to be walking the path of success since, when you have no peace for yourself, you fail to make plans that are on point, much less make straight decisions. When you have abundant inner peace, then that means that you are succeeding in life.
More so because the peace you have is a clear indicator of how much your problems have lessened over the years, and it also shows how much you have grown mentally to be able to contain certain problems in you that other people would have broken down a while ago. But you still stand fit as if there is nothing to worry about. When you see this, you need to know that it means you are succeeding in life.
7. You Can Boldly Say No
Saying no is not something many people can do unless they have strong mental power. You, however, can say it without fear of repercussions of any kind, more so because you know you have what you need to be okay. As such, when someone tries to sell you a certain idea you are not down with, you feel free to tell them you are not interested.
People who think they are not enough and, as such, know they are not succeeding in life no matter what they do normally appear desperate, and as such, they tend to accept almost everything people try to convince them to do. In the end, they tend to lose more and more.
However, a person who is really succeeding in life has no need for such drama; he or she won’t even bother themselves when they feel they would be at a disadvantage in a certain deal or when someone tries to get them to do something they know they are comfortable with. When you realize your ability to do this, then that technically means that you are succeeding in life.
8. You Have A Particular Perspective Of Life
While people run helter-skelter in times of trouble and see certain situations as the end of the world, a person who is succeeding in life sees it in a different way. Actually, they see it as one of the challenges they have faced on their way to their current standing.
People who are succeeding in life see challenges as a way to strengthen the muscles in their necks. They see them as a way to learn and grow. Such that they would get more experience to tackle the future ahead.
They know it all depends on them, and indeed, when such situations arise, they stand on their feet and face them head-on. That is a typical definition of a person who is succeeding in life.
9. It is Your Desire To Help Others
On the way to your current definition of success, helping people become your second or third side hustle. You do so without thinking about it because you really know that helping people is a way to help yourself. You honestly find joy in doing it. You love to see people succeed, and in doing so, you end up pushing yourself to do more.
And you become more successful in the end. You surround yourself with these people, who, in the end, push you to the top for more success.
10. You Think You Aren’t Doing Enough
Like I said in the beginning, a person who is succeeding in life is the same as a successful person. Your current level of success will mean something to you only in the form of memories and experiences, and that is it. You still think you did not do enough, and to be sincere, there was more you could have done.
You try to think of ways you can use them to achieve more success in your life. You try to get things in place, meet people, and foster connections with other successful or succeeding people so that you can create more together.
If you ever think that there is still something you can do and need to do in this life, you are a successful person as well as a succeeding one.
Final Words
The definition of success, as I said previously, may mean different things to different people. But once you see these things above in this article, you need to understand that it is proof that you are succeeding in this life. Keep note.
There may be other clues that suggest that one is succeeding in life. However, these are a few of them that suggest that one is really succeeding in life.
