I studied, I met with medical doctors, scientists, and I’m here to tell you that the way to a more productive, more inspired, more joyful life is: getting enough sleep.
Arianna HuffingtonRead
Don't buy society’s definition of success. Because it’s not working for anyone. It’s not working for women, it's not working for men, it's not working for polar bears, it's not working for the cicadas that are apparently about to emerge and swarm us. It’s only truly working for those who make pharmaceuticals for stress, sleeplessness and high blood pressure.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Success is often defined by societal standards, which may not be beneficial for everyone.
Arianna Huffington's quote challenges the traditional definitions of success imposed by society, indicating that these standards are detrimental to individuals—including both men and women—as well as to the natural world. Instead of pursuing success as defined by external pressures, she advocates for a more personal understanding of success that considers holistic well-being rather than material achievements, suggesting that current societal pressures lead to widespread stress and health issues.
Themes
SuccessSocietyWell-BeingStressDefinition
In practice
Example use cases
In a seminar on personal development, this quote could be used to encourage attendees to rethink their values.
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