Success can seem like a great mystery — like some people are destined for it while others aren’t.
But that’s probably not the case. While luck and genetics may play a role, there are certain acquirable behaviors which make success more likely. Here are three of the very best.
Stop Negative Self-Dialogue
It is important to learn from mistakes and situations,and then move on rather than dwelling on it or beating yourself up.
It is wrong to punish yourself for past mistakes, especially using negative statements such as, “I am not pretty enough”, “I will never forgive myself”, these type of thoughts are negative and it can be a major setback to success.
Look in the mirror and say something kind to yourself. Read some inspirational quotes. Acknowledge that you are taking steps and making an effort to be a better person. Admit to yourself that everyone makes mistakes, and most importantly, that making mistakes is okay.
Sometimes it’s easy to lose sight of our goals because of that lack of confidence. Don’t give up and attempt to stay positive. Train your brain to think of things in a new, more positive way. Most of all, keep working hard. Failure doesn’t have to be permanent.
Stop Focusing On Just Today
Successful people tend to plan and aim for the future. They don’t just rely on today but make time for productivity, as well as save for the future.
When one fails to plan, it is the first step to failure because you don’t have a goal or focus to work with.
Successful people also have fun and spend time on other activities but they always set their priorities right so as to enable them achieve their goal.
Example: Neil deGrasse Tyson has been in love with the universe and science since he was nine years old. Because of that love, he worked long-term to study the things he cared about. He was accepted into Harvard where he majored in physics, eventually moving on to advanced education. His list of accomplishments would take up another full article in and of itself.
Stop Comparing Yourself To Everyone Else
Successful people understand that the only person they can compete with today is the person they were yesterday. They are too focused on themselves and their goals to worry about anyone else.
Successful people don’t compare themselves to others because it’s counterproductive. However, they do analyze where they have weak points and are able to genuinely admire people who have mastered things they have not.
There is no use to comparing yourself to someone else. It’s counterproductive and harmful to your self-esteem. It also helps to harbor negative self-dialogue.