Decoding My Unsuccessful Life

Mallikarjuna
2 min readMar 2, 2024

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We've encountered numerous success stories in our lives, through listening, seeing, and reading. Have you ever noticed the common thread among every successful individual?

Last weekend, as I was reading a newspaper, I came across an article detailing the success story of a 28-year-old businessman in India. It prompted me to reflect on myself; at the same age of 28, why wasn't I featured in such an article? Could I even consider myself successful? Where did I go wrong in my life? This question haunted me throughout the day.

Determined to uncover the reasons behind my perceived lack of success, I embarked on a journey of self-discovery. Unsure of where to begin, I started by delving into success stories each day, meticulously jotting down key points in a notebook. It took me 20 days to analyze 50 success stories, each with its unique set of circumstances, challenges, pains, and lessons.

Some narratives emphasized the importance of hard work in achieving success. Others highlighted the significance of identifying and leveraging one's strengths at the right time. Yet, others stressed the continuous pursuit of knowledge as the pathway to ultimate success. Each story offered a different perspective.

With each story, I compared my own life, scrutinizing every detail. Despite my efforts and intelligence, perhaps luck had not favored me, leaving me feeling unsuccessful. However, these stories reshaped my outlook on success.

While each tale showcased varied paths and reasons for success, one common theme emerged: resilience. Despite facing obstacles and setbacks, the individuals in these stories refused to succumb to fate. They persevered relentlessly until they achieved their goals.

Everyone encounters challenges while pursuing their dreams, but many opt to give up, citing reasons like unfinished education or family problems. We're quick to find excuses instead of mustering the courage to confront adversity.

I realized that, like many others, I too had been waiting for luck to turn in my favor. Instead of fighting back against life's challenges, I found myself making excuses for my lack of success.

Embarking on the journey of self-discovery revealed a profound truth: success requires resilience. By confronting challenges head-on, one can transcend mediocrity and achieve greatness.

Follow to unravel the symphony of words, where knowledge meets emotion, and untold tales find a voice. Let’s traverse the pages together and explore the world woven through ink. Join the journey – every word a step, every follower a companion. 📖

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Mallikarjuna

Aspiring writer crafting stories and poems to evoke emotions and spark imagination. Transforming thoughts into words, weaving tales that resonate with the heart