When you think of the word “successful,” who’s the first person that comes to mind and why?

Since I was a teenager, I’ve always admired Michael Schumacher; he was the reason I watched Formula 1. To me, he remains one of the most successful people.

As a young teenage boy, he had started with a Go-Kart. His family came from a middle-class background, and therefore, he built a Go-Kart car all by himself, even using worn tires, and won races. I recommend the documentary about him on Netflix; it’s a fascinating watch.

Generally, I’m a bit careful with using the word “successful” to label other people. Every one of us comes from a different background, and we must manage handicaps. Some are more challenging, while others are minor. Therefore, the process for achieving goals and success can’t be applied equally.

For example, as the measurement of success usually starts from school, a teenager with a learning disability has a harsher start than teenagers with no disability. Teenagers with a learning disability will have a different perspective on what it means to achieve success.

For that reason, I’m a bit diligent in making use of the word “successful.” It is essential to set goals and work towards accomplishing them in a step-by-step manner. At times, we may fail to achieve some goals, but by keeping and revisiting these incomplete goals, we can still stay on the path of fulfillment.

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