Necessary Evil?

Is corruption a necessary evil for success? Many people seem to fall prey to corruption when they achieve high places of power, but does it have to happen? I believe that, in the end, it is the choice of the individual whether they give into the temptations of degenerateness. One must have high moral standards and great self control to be able to avoid this easy inducement. All of the glitz and glamour can cause some to fall off track and act irresponsibly, even immoraly. Although, it is such a simple path to fall onto, a truly strong person is able to evade it.

Be Not Afraid of Greatness

"Be not afraid of greatness. Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon them." -- William Shakespeare

I believe that this quote is relevant and ties in well with my question. You can't choose your parents, the family you're born into, or where you are born. Some people are born into very wealthy, as some may say, successful families, where money is not an issue, and one can have anything he/she desires. On the other hand, there are people born in to poverty, where one does not know how he/she will get his/her next meal or how long one will have to wear the clothes he/she is wearing. Then there are people that are born in the middle. Most people I know are in the upper middle class. We have to work to get where we are, but our parents and family will help us along the way. Since one cannot choose his/her life, there are many different comprehensions of the terms success and happiness.

Pursuit Of Happiness

Contradictory to my last post, happiness for some may come in the form of drugs and alcohol. Many people in college, even high school, depend upon booze and narcodics to have a good time. The Kid Cudi song, "Pursuit of Happiness," talks about attaining happiness through illegal substances. Although it has a good beat, it is subconsciously putting this idea into the minds of listeners. I have heard this song on the radio; therefore, children are hearing these lyrics and being negatively influenced. Partaking in these substances should not be the basis of whether something will be fun or you will be happy.

Which comes first,

success

or


happiness?


While many people believe the obvious answer is success leads to happiness, I beg to differ. I believe that one's success directly correlates with his/her own happiness in life. Just talking to someone in a good mood can drastically change your own mood. I've been told that a woman should be touched, non-sexually, about nine times a day, and she will noticeably have a better day. Take time out for yourself: go to the movies, to a party, out to dinner, or even on vacation. Everyone needs a little time to relax, let go, and have a good time. If you have a problem in your life, solve it, because the longer you dwell on it, the more it will bring you down. Think to the future; do not brood upon the past. Once you've settled your own issues, reach out. Help others in need. When your mood changes for the better, there is evidence that you will feel healthier. So get up and help yourself! You'll be able to work better, because you feel better and you'll be happier with yourself! A person with this sort of confidence, has a much better chance of getting a good job and making money.

The Basics

Is it more important in life to achieve success or attain happiness? This question could go in so many different directions. Are these two separate acquirements, or can they collide into one? This all depends on one's perception of success and happiness. There are two main dictionary definitions of success. One being the favorable or prosperous termination of attempts or endeavors, while another is the attainment of wealth, position, honors, or the like. The dictionary definition of happiness is good fortune; pleasure; contentment; joy. Success for one may be obtaining happiness.