How To Know That You Are Successful
Posted on August 05, 2020 by Kirsten Turkington DNP, One of Thousands of Life Coaches on Noomii.
This article reviews details so that you know that you are successful. Use these clues to tap your potential, ignite your passion, and find purpose.
9 Signs That Your Life is on Track to Be Successful.
How can you know if you’re doing well and heading on a successful life path? It’s not fair to yourself to compare your situation to that of your friends, family, or peers. There’s no set path for life, but there are clues that can let you know if you’re doing well.
It’s worth the time to assess your life once a year to ensure that things are moving forward. If they’re not, you’ll know that some changes are in order. I help clients struggling in many life areas. It is easiest, to begin reviewing these signs to know if they are on track to be successful.
Look for these signs to ensure that you’re making progress for a successful life:
1. You have a clear vision for your life that appeals to you. If you’re over 18 and you haven’t decided on a direction for your life, you’re not on track. If you’re not working toward something, anything, you’re slowly moving toward chaos. Choose something. You can always change your mind later. This is part of tapping your potential.
○ Consider the type of life you want to live. How do you want to live each day? Start making that happen.
○ Have goals that you’re consistently making progress toward.
2. You are learning what you need to learn. What do you need to learn to live the life you want? This is part of igniting your passion and the core focus of my work.
○ For example, if you want to be a lawyer, you need to go to college and then attend law school. If you’re not in school and are working at The Burger Shack, your life isn’t on track.
○ Many goals require knowledge. You might need to learn to speak Russian or how to play the piano. There’s so much you can learn on your own these days that there’s no reason not to be educating yourself as much as possible.
3. Your credit score is strong. This is an indicator of responsibility and solid choices. If your credit score stinks, you’re not doing as well as you could be. You don’t need to be wealthy to have a good credit score. You primarily need to pay your bills on time and avoid using too much of your available credit.
4. You have a social life. No one is better off being alone 100% of the time. You need to interact with others. You may need a big social circle or a small one, but you need people in your life. I recognize this is a challenge with current social distancing requirements, but that should not stop you from virtual visits. Reach out and connect! Connections are important.
5. You have a place to sleep and food to eat. These are core measures of safety and security. Basic needs must be met to fully evolve in your life path. Keep in mind that much of the world’s population is without a bed, food, or water. If you have these things, you’re doing better than most.
6. You are able to take care of your health issues. Poor health is a sign that you are not successful in managing an aspect of your life. Is your weight under control? Do you have access to the medical care that you require? Do you have the financial resources to pay for those services? Let’s talk about health indicators of successful living — this is an area I am passionate about.
7. You have a sufficient income to pay for the necessities. Basically, can you pay your bills each month? Do you have food and clothes? Can you pay your heating bill? If you’re struggling to pay your bills each month, your life isn’t on track. Again, it is important to know that you are meeting your basic needs so that you can be successful.
8. You’re doing better than you were last year. You might be struggling mightily, but if your life is improving, it’s a good sign that your life is on track. This is a gentle reminder of how important it is to maintain forward progress in life. It is the only way to continue improving.
9. You have the freedom to be yourself. If you feel compelled to be someone you’re not, you’re not on track. You might dream of riding a motorcycle across North America with a full sleeve of tattoos, but if you’re stuck in an office pretending you enjoy filing tax returns, you’re off track with your life. This speaks to your potential, your passion, and your purpose for a successful journey. You must be honest and authentic with yourself to accomplish your goals.
Everyone’s life veers off the chosen path now and then. What’s important is to recognize it and take the appropriate steps to get things back on course. If you have goals, you’re making progress with those goals, you can pay your bills, and you’re happy and healthy, you’re doing great!
Otherwise, get busy making a few changes to move toward a life that fulfills you. Contact me so we can discuss how to move you towards fulfillment today!
Kirsten Turkington, DNP is a Family Nurse Practitioner helping clients tap their potential, ignite their passion, and define their purpose for success in life, career, and relationships. Sign up for her newsletter to learn more.
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