Our idea of a real problem is someone else's idea of an ultimate dream. Put the 'problem' in perspective
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My definition of success is to live your life in a way that causes you to feel a ton of pleasure and very little pain - and because of your lifestyle, have the people around you feel a lot more pleasure than they do pain.
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What this quote means
Success is about creating a pleasurable life for yourself and others, minimizing pain.
In this quote, Tony Robbins emphasizes that true success is not solely measured by wealth or achievement but rather by the quality of life we create for ourselves and those around us. He suggests that leading a fulfilling life involves experiencing joy while minimizing suffering, both for oneself and for others, which ultimately defines our success.
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SuccessHappinessPleasurePainLifeLifestyle
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Example use cases
During a motivational speech at a conference, I shared this quote to inspire attendees to focus on their personal definitions of success.
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