Something to Live By in 2014

I found this while I was browsing through the blogs that I follow, one of which is by no other than, Sir Paulo Coehlo. It is a simple read but has a big impact because it spoke of truth. Here it is:

The truly rich person

December 30, 2013 by Paulo Coelho

 

Success comes to those who do not waste time comparing what they are doing with what others are doing; it enters the house of the person who says every day: ‘I will do my best.’
People who seek only success rarely find it, because success is not an end in itself, but a consequence.

Obsession doesn’t help at all, it becomes confused as to which path to follow and ends up taking away the pleasure of living.

The truly rich person is the one who is in contact with the energy of Love every second of his existence.

You must have a goal in mind, but, as you go along, it costs nothing to stop now and then and enjoy the view around you.

As you advance, step by step, you can see a little further into the distance and take the opportunity to discover things you hadn’t even noticed before.
 
At such moments, it is important to ask yourself: ‘Are my values still intact? Am I trying to please others and do what they expect of me, or am I really convinced that my work is a manifestation of my soul and my enthusiasm? Do I want success at any price or do I want to be a successful person because I manage to fill my days with Love?’

Do that in 2014. HAPPY NEW YEAR!