Now is this not something to think about? Because admit it or not, in today's age, success is determined based on material things and superficial ideas. And value is measured by one's net worth. At least that's what we can mostly read in the news, in magazines, on the net, and on t.v.

Think about it, the economy crashes down, the United States on deficit and unable to pay their debts results to a lower rating by S&P, and what do we think about them? That's it, they are going down, they are no longer the number one country, they now have less value.

That's a big picture and too much for what I really want to say.

In magazines, we are bombarded with how costly a couture bag or a designers outfit cost, expensive and loaded luxurious cars, how many mansions or estates a celebrity couple own in different countries, and we say, "Man, I want those!" We see the words "The richest man" or "The youngest millionaires. How they did it" and we are mesmerized. Their images on these magazines is what we picture success is. And we think to ourselves, how will I ever get to be in that position? How do I become a success?

And we try. We try and try and try. And we find ourselves lost, stressed, and with deteriorating relationships, and failing health. We think where did we go wrong? What am I doing that is not working? Why am I failing?

At this day and age, it is difficult not to be confused with what success truly means. I mean look at the reality shows on the television. I don't watch them, I am just aware that they exist. Why would people want to be in that position? It's about fame (superficial ideal), because it means money, because money means success. Is it worth it? Really?

There is nothing wrong in wanting, or dreaming a comfortable life, or dreaming big. But we should not forget that anything monetary does not equate to the true meaning of success or the true value of who we are. If you as a person, in your everyday dealings, manifest decency, integrity and respect, live each day without hurting or belittling anyone, doing the best you can so you be a better person for the people you love and the people around you, I think that you are closer to being a valuable person as anyone who is in the Forbes list.

To be successful is to be worthy of all the God given talents and blessings that are given to you; and only when you share your worth to others that you become a man of value. In my opinion, this is what true success means.