Failure is the path to success: 9 stories of successful people

To become a successful person is to find your true calling, your favorite job, which will not cause despondency and a desire to run away from pressing problems. Looking through glossy magazines and television news gives nothing but an awareness of your own failure. Everyone can get out of their conventional comfort zone and try to make their life more interesting, both from a moral and material point of view.

What does this concept mean?

There is no specific answer to this question. Society characterizes this concept with recognition, wealth, prosperity, a prestigious position or a successful career. Everyone puts their own understanding into this term. All of the above options are correct. The ideal formula for a “lucky person” is to do what you like, while having enough time for love and travel. After all, this is the main wealth of any person. It is not replenished and goes away. Therefore, we need to think about whether it is worth spending it on those things that do not bring moral and physical satisfaction?

Success rate

Historical data tells about people who have made a dizzying career and started from scratch.

From the outside it seems that most of the favorites of fortune did not have to make any serious efforts to achieve their goals; they received everything from the moment of birth. It doesn’t matter whether a person was born into a family of middle or high income; without the desire to change, nothing will be achieved.

Average statistical data indicates what people think the phrase “becoming successful” means:

• achieving your goals;
• faith in one's own strengths, abilities, actions;
• decent wages that will bring pleasure;
• well-groomed appearance;
• ability to combine family and work;
• recognition in society, universal respect;
• possessing the makings of a leader.

The positive qualities of a successful person include his hard work, patience, endurance, ability to insist on his own, and entrepreneurial spirit. A smile is the last indicator of success. A dissatisfied, eternally gloomy face will cause subconscious denial among future companions.

People don’t like sadness - for them, such behavior indicates chronic failures of a novice entrepreneur, and the result will be a refusal to conduct joint projects.

Personal qualities of a successful person

To understand how to achieve success in life in the shortest possible time, you need to understand what traits a person should have. Successful is considered the one who has overcome his inner fear and self-realization, achieved his goals and receives genuine pleasure from being. Such a person walks his own path through life, leads others, sets goals and tirelessly achieves them. He is constantly in the process of self-development, work, growth and movement. Such a person is an optimist; in difficult moments she never gives up and does not give up halfway.

Achieving success is a task that everyone can do. Nothing too complicated, you just need to have some qualities, and if you don’t have them, then develop them:

• optimism;
• the ability to forgive;
• confidence;
• complete dedication to the cause;
• persistence;
• hard work;
• perseverance;
• positive attitude;
• durability.

If a person has at least two qualities from the list, he can achieve whatever he wants. It is necessary to be “positive”, to eradicate everything that slows down progress.

Believe in your capabilities

By and large, the success of each of us depends mainly on self-confidence. Whatever a person does, first of all he must approach a new endeavor with absolute confidence in success. He should not even allow the thought that collapse or failure awaits him. Psychologists say that self-confidence is half the success in any business.

Everyone knows that the hackneyed phrase that until you believe in yourself, no one will believe in you, is absolutely true. While a person complains about life and says that he cannot do anything, then this is exactly how he looks in the eyes of others.

What thoughts hinder growth?

There is a factor that significantly slows down development - incorrect thinking. Having overcome it, you can safely reach a new level. The main “mantras” that slow down the path of a successful person:

• "I can't do this." This false judgment has destroyed many talents. You should always try, no matter what doubts “eat” you. If something doesn’t work out the first time, don’t despair, collect information, analyze errors, learn and try again. From the second, third or fourth time you will definitely be able to achieve your goal.
• “I’m tired of everything, I don’t need anything.” A complete absence of positive thoughts is a road to nowhere. Sincerely wishing and rushing forward is one of the main keys to overcoming yourself and achieving success.
• "I must". Even if you have to limit yourself, make some sacrifices, then you do it of your own free will, for yourself, and not otherwise. Nobody can force you.
• “No change, no progress.” It’s not true, life does not stand still, everything is in motion, you just have to open your eyes wider. You must try to change it according to your own desires.

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How to avoid bad decisions?

We are all different, but each of us, in a global sense, faces the same challenges: to find ourselves, to understand the limits of our capabilities, to achieve great goals. Blogger Mark Manson* suggests looking at life as a series of four stages. Each of them opens up new possibilities, but also requires new thinking from us.

Know yourself. To feel the fullness of life, to tell yourself one day that you did not live it in vain, you need to go through four stages of formation. Get to know yourself, your desires, accumulate experience and knowledge, and pass them on to others. Not everyone succeeds. But if you find yourself among those who have successfully completed all these steps, you can consider yourself a happy person.

What are these stages?

FIRST STAGE: IMITATION

We are born helpless. We cannot walk, talk, feed ourselves, take care of ourselves. At this stage we have an advantage: we learn faster than ever. We are programmed to learn new things, observe and imitate others.

We first learn to walk and talk, then we develop social skills by observing and copying the behavior of our peers. Finally, we learn to adapt to society by following rules and regulations and trying to choose a lifestyle that is considered acceptable to our circle.

The meaning of the First Stage is to learn to function in society. Parents, educators and other adults help us achieve this by instilling the ability to think and make decisions.

But some adults never learned this on their own. Therefore, they punish us for wanting to express our opinions and do not believe in us. If there are such people around, we do not develop. We get stuck in Stage One, imitating those around us, trying to please everyone so we don't get judged.

In a good situation, the First Stage lasts until late adolescence and ends upon entry into adulthood - around 20-somethings. There are those who wake up one day at the age of 45 with the realization that they have never lived for themselves.

Going through Stage One means learning the standards and expectations of others, but being able to act contrary to them when we feel it is necessary.

SECOND STAGE: SELF-KNOWLEDGE

At this stage we learn to understand what makes us different from others. The second stage requires making your own decisions, testing yourself, understanding yourself and what makes us unique. This stage contains a lot of mistakes and experiments. We try to live in a new place, spend time with new people, test our body and its sensations.

During my Second Stage, I went on a trip and visited 50 countries. My brother got involved in politics. Each of us goes through this stage in our own way.

The second stage continues until we begin to encounter our own limitations. Yes, there are limitations - no matter what Deepak Chopra and other psychological “gurus” tell you. But actually discovering your own limitations is a great thing.

No matter how hard you try, things will still turn out bad. And you need to know what it is. For example, I am not genetically inclined to become a great athlete. I spent a lot of effort and nerves to understand this. But as soon as the realization came to me, I calmed down. This door is closed, so is it worth breaking through?

Some activities just aren't right for us. There are others that we like, but then we lose interest in them. For example, living like a tumbleweed. Change sexual partners (and do it often), hang out at a bar every Friday, and much more.

Not all our dreams can come true, so we must carefully choose what is worth truly investing in and trust ourselves

Limits are important because they lead us to understand that our time is not endless and we must spend it on something important. Just because you are capable of something doesn't mean you should do it. Just because you like certain people doesn't mean you should be with them. Just because you see a lot of opportunities doesn't mean you should take them all.

Some promising actors work as waiters at 38 and wait two years to be invited to audition. There are startuppers who, in 15 years, have not been able to create anything worthwhile and live with their parents. Some people can't get into long-term relationships because they feel like they'll meet someone better tomorrow.

At some point we have to admit: life is short, not all our dreams can come true, so we must carefully choose what is worth truly investing in and trust our choice.

People stuck in Stage Two spend most of their time convincing themselves otherwise. “My possibilities are endless. I can overcome anything. My life is one of continuous growth and development.” But it is obvious to everyone that they are simply marking time. These are eternal teenagers, always looking for themselves, but not finding anything.

THIRD STAGE: COMMITMENT

So, you have found your boundaries and “stop zones” (for example, athletics or culinary arts) and realized that some activities are no longer satisfying (partying until the morning, hitchhiking, video games). You are left with what is really important and works well. Now it's time to take your place in the world.

The third stage is the time of consolidation and saying goodbye to everything that is not worth your effort: friends who distract and pull you back, hobbies that take up time, old dreams that will no longer come true. At least in the near future and in the way we expect.

Now what? You invest in what you can achieve the greatest results in, in the relationships that you truly care about, in the one main mission in your life - defeating the energy crisis, becoming a great game designer, or raising two tomboys.

Those who become fixated on Stage Three usually find it difficult to give up their constant desire for more.

The third stage is the time to maximize your potential. This is what you will be loved, respected and remembered for. What will you leave behind? Whether it's scientific research, a new technological product, or a loving family, going through Stage Three means leaving behind a world a little different than it was before you arrived.

It ends when a combination of two things occurs. Firstly, you feel that you have done enough and you are unlikely to be able to surpass your achievements. And secondly, you got old, tired and began to notice that what you wanted most was to sit on the terrace, sipping martinis and doing crossword puzzles.

Those who become fixated on Stage Three usually cannot give up the constant desire for more. This leads to the fact that even in their 70s or 80s they will not be able to enjoy peace, remaining agitated and dissatisfied.

Tips from successful people on how to succeed in life

There are many people who have achieved unimaginable heights in the shortest possible time. All of them are united by one seemingly very simple quality - perseverance. Many millionaires and famous figures were more than once bankrupt and in oblivion, but it was self-confidence that once again placed them at the top of Olympus.

9 simple tips

• Change your attitude towards problems. We all have them, and everyone tries to fight them. However, you should not get hung up on them and become completely immersed. The only correct method is to change your attitude towards them.
• Move only forward. To move to the next level, you need to expand your boundaries, do something even bigger and grander, and not stand still. It is impossible to achieve much in life without setting “Napoleonic” goals.
• Do what you like. This is one of the most important tips. An unloved job is a road to emptiness. Don’t put up with it, try to do what brings moral pleasure. If you don’t have such an opportunity now, strive for it. With what you love, success will come by itself.
• Main quality. Whatever you undertake, try to be the best, do everything with the highest quality. Good work is appreciated.
• Laziness is the main enemy, a brake on the path to achieving goals. If you are thinking about how to achieve everything and rise, exclude her from your life.
• Supply yourself with positive energy. To be active, to work hard and with pleasure, you need energy. Everyone gets it in their own way - music, support from loved ones or fishing. It really works!
• Act as if you have already achieved everything. Dress appropriately, think appropriately, develop the manners of a successful person, and speak correctly and competently.
• Stand up for your opinion - this is what you need to succeed in life. Don't stray from your intended path, even despite criticism and disbelief in you.

FOURTH STAGE. HERITAGE

People find themselves at this stage after spending about half a century on what was most meaningful and important. They worked well. They have earned everything they have. Perhaps they created a family, a charitable foundation, or made a revolution in their field. Now they have reached an age when strength and circumstances no longer allow them to climb higher.

The purpose of life in the Fourth Stage is not so much to strive for new things, but to ensure the preservation of achievements and the transfer of knowledge. This could be family support, advice to young colleagues or children. Transferring projects and responsibilities to students or trusted individuals. This may mean increased political and social activity - if you have influence that you can use for the good of society.

The fourth stage is important from a psychological point of view because it makes the ever-increasing awareness of one's own mortality more tolerable. It is important for everyone to feel that their life means something. The meaning of life, which we are constantly searching for, is our only psychological defense against the incomprehensibility of life and the inevitability of our own death. To lose this meaning or miss it while there was an opportunity means to look oblivion in the face and allow it to consume us.

Summary of the four stages of life

Each stage of life has its own characteristics. We can't always control what happens, but we can live consciously. Consciousness and understanding of your position on the path of life is a good vaccination against bad decisions and inaction.

In Stage One , we are completely dependent on the actions and approval of others. People are unpredictable and unreliable, so the most important thing is to understand as early as possible what words are worth, what our strengths are. We can teach this to our children too.

At the Second Stage, we learn to rely on ourselves, but are still dependent on external encouragement - we need rewards, money, victories, conquests. This is something we can control, but in the long run, fame and success are also unpredictable.

In Stage Three , we learn to rely on proven relationships and paths that proved reliable and promising in Stage Two.

And finally, Stage Four requires that we be able to strengthen the position and maintain what we have gained.

At each subsequent stage, happiness becomes more subject to us (if we did everything right), based more on our internal values ​​and principles and less on external factors. Once you've identified what stage you're in, you'll know where to focus, where to invest resources, and where to take your steps. My scheme is not universal, but it works for me. Whether it works for you is up to you to decide.

*Mark Manson is a blogger and entrepreneur known for his provocative posts about career, success and the meaning of life.

Qualities of a successful person

There is a set of basic characteristics and actions that distinguish such a person from others:

• Don't be sick of the past. The ability to calmly let go of the past, analyze and forgive everyone is a sure step towards a carefree future.
• The ability to maintain vitality. Sometimes you need to step away and take a break.
• The willpower to say no. To succeed, you need to be able to do it. The noise of other people's opinions and reliability are equal to failure.
• Self-sufficiency. You need to be the architect of your own happiness and it doesn’t matter what others say.
• Perfectionism and excessive fixation lead to failures and neuroses. Don't overdo it, do the best you can and gradually improve.
• Forgiveness is a quality that frees consciousness. Resentment “eats” a person from the inside and prevents him from living.
• Goodwill. Be polite and courteous - anger and ignorance are for losers.
• The ability to abstract. How to be successful in everything - learn to distract yourself from current affairs. Work is not your whole life; you also need to be able to rest.

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You must clearly define the end goal. The path to achieving it may not be easy and may take an indefinite period of time, so it is important to accurately and carefully paint a picture of what will happen as a result.

At the same time, do not become a slave to your goal. Of course, monotonous progress towards the end point is commendable, but it is also important to be able to adjust your activities in case of sudden changes in life circumstances, without remaining hostage to your tasks or completely abandon the idea if it has become irrelevant. Next, I will give strategies that will tell you how and what you need to do to be successful and become independent.

Basic principles

The main recommendation is to forget about idleness and inaction. Remember, successful people do not know what laziness is.

It is important to start moving towards your dream right here and now, and not put everything off until later. To do this, visualize your goal as much as possible. Give yourself a specific time frame to achieve it. Remember, the path to success is not easy and passes through the prism of defeats and failures.

Other recommendations:

• do not blame other people or circumstances for failures;
• use every opportunity, even the smallest one;
• know how to be responsible for your actions;
• learn to accept mistakes and work through them;
• don't be afraid to take risks, but take deliberate actions, etc.

You need to adjust your bad habits and actions towards optimism, try to get rid of stereotypes.

It's important to learn to notice personal growth and success, even if it's small. Focusing on the achievements of others is often a bad idea. This can only depress a person. You can follow the success of others, but never compare yourself with others.

What contributes to success in life: ABC analysis

A similar principle is more understandable for an inexperienced businessman and states that all matters should be distributed in order of importance:

• A - Important and cannot tolerate delays;
• B - Important, but not very urgent;
• C - Urgent, but not important.

Do things from group A first, but only when you are as efficient and productive as possible and no one interrupts your activities. Set aside tasks from group C and start them only when you have really free time.

General Eisenhower's principle

The method was developed by the American president and is designed to divide tasks into several types:

• important and unimportant;
• immediate and non-urgent.

A table appears, the suppression of blocks of which characterizes the priority of actions.

It makes no sense to build such a matrix for each situation, but it is still worth learning the principle of dividing things by priority.

Becoming successful and achieving your goals

To climb to the top of Olympus and know how to achieve results and everything you want in life, you need to gradually move forward, adhering to the following useful rules:

• Each task should be divided into simpler subtasks with specific time frames. Everyone knows this strategy, but only a few use it in practice.
• Any worthwhile idea should be written down. You shouldn’t carry everything in your head, it’s better to focus on a specific task.
• Set aside a strictly designated time and place for meetings and conversations, as there are people who will take up all your space and disrupt your schedule.
• Take breaks - it's better if they are short but frequent.
• Don't put off unpleasant tasks for too long.

These are simple steps that will take you a long way forward.

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Let's move on to the action plan

Once you choose a direction for self-development, you will need to draw up a clear action plan. Use our recommendations for this.

• Analyze all areas of your life - physical, spiritual, material, intellectual and social. Find all the sources of discomfort and determine exactly what skills you lack to be happy.
• Make a specific follow-up plan. Write, for example, a list of all the trainings you would like to attend. To start self-development, purchase the appropriate books. Find the learning exercises you need and create a schedule for completing them.
• If you decide to change your job, take advanced training courses in the area that interests you and be sure to create a competent resume.
• Determine the standard to strive for - your ideal should be at the limit of possibilities. Always remember the very effective advice of the sages: “Aim for the moon - if you miss, at least hit the stars.”
• The best way of self-development is to move towards the ideal in small steps. Just don't take breaks under any circumstances. If you are lazy, luck will slip away.
• Start studying your favorite field of activity - don’t miss a single news. If you choose the right activity, you will enjoy learning.
• Use every opportunity for self-development. In every conversation, try to find something useful for yourself. If you read a book or watch a movie, study the characters, look for qualities that you would like to develop in yourself.
• Look for teachers - the invaluable experience of mentors will energize you, and from their example you will see what you need to strive for.
• Constantly improve your communication skills. Whatever goals you set for yourself, you cannot do without the ability to communicate. Treat people positively, learn not to be offended over trifles, and treat your own and others’ shortcomings with humor.

Self-development will expand your capabilities - you will perceive the world in a new way. If you decide to do what you love, life will immediately cease to be boring and monotonous - passion and the desire to win will awaken in you.

Improving is always very interesting, inspiration from the results will give you wings - you will feel a surge of strength for subsequent endeavors and discoveries.

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Individual performance curve

How to learn to achieve your professional success? It's simple, every person has hours of peak activity and relaxation. Having properly studied your body and the biorhythms in it, you can do much more. These processes are displayed very well on the labor productivity curve. It is divided into three types:

• the average person;
• owls;
• larks.

Decide what type you are and you will succeed.

The curve of an ordinary person

This indicator is suitable for the majority of people. Their concentration of attention reaches a peak in the first quarter of the day (7.30 - 11.30), then decreases and increases again at the end of the day (18.00 - 21.00). In the evening hours, the charge of vivacity that was in the morning is not observed. Therefore, everything important should be planned for the morning.

"Owls" activity

Do you go to bed late at night, and waking up early is a terrible torment? Perhaps you are a night owl. For such people, the productivity schedule is shifted a couple of hours ahead compared to those described above. How then to become successful in life, if you belong to this type, there is no secret, just put maximum emphasis on working during lunch and evening hours.

Features of "Larks"

By 9 pm you are already off your feet, but in the morning you were full of strength and vigor? – You are definitely a morning person. Your peak activity schedule is shifted back one hour. That is, in order to use your potential most efficiently and effectively, you need to:

• start activities early in the morning;
• spend time before colleagues arrive on an important part of the work, which is best done in complete silence;
• Carry out monotonous activities in the afternoon.

Monitor yourself and develop the most optimal work discipline schedule.

Self-development

A person who does not develop cannot achieve success. This statement has been proven by the experience of many people.

Successful individuals do not blame others for their failures. They see a problem and react to it instantly. This helps with constant work on improving acquired skills and developing new qualities.

Behind the beautiful lives of millionaires are years of hard work. They chose not to waste their money, but to invest in themselves. Such people understand that this investment will pay off. As a result, they will be able to increase their income. This approach to work and type of thinking distinguishes rich people from poor people.

Such individuals work almost seven days a week. Their vacation is learning something new, mastering new techniques in different areas (not always related to business). They identify 3 main activities with which you can quickly achieve first results. This includes watching films about the development of business projects or a creative approach to solving problems, reading educational books and learning languages.

Watching films

Not everyone has time to watch movies, but 2-3 hours a week can be allocated to this activity. The main thing is to choose a decent movie that is informative and will have a positive impact on self-development.

These could be biopics. They tell about success stories of famous people who were able to fully realize their abilities. This motivates a person for further self-development. Shows that what you want can be achieved if you put in the effort.

List of films about the path to success:

• "Founder";
• "The Pursuit of Happyness";
• "The wolf of Wall Street";
• "Duel of brothers. History of Adidas and Puma";
• "Coco before Chanel";
• "Steve Jobs";
• "Focus";
• "Social network"
• “The illusion of deception”, etc.

Such films have a positive effect on changing the type of thinking and the path to success. A person learns to see the possibility of something even in a serious problem. The films show how such possibilities can be realized.

They provide methods of persuasion. Throughout the film, the main characters turn from insecure people into proactive, organized people and begin to think through their every next step. This greatly inspires those who have watched the films and allows them to take action.

Language learning

Knowledge of foreign languages ​​gives new opportunities - reading scientific business literature, attending trainings of the best speakers and businessmen, studying at the most prestigious universities in the world. But self-discipline is important in any activity. The speed of progress and success depend on it.

If possible, it is better to study with a tutor. He knows all the nuances of the language and understands where to start. Classes must be regular - at least 2 times a week. What matters is the person's interest.

Self-study will be less effective. It is implemented through the following actions:

• communication with a native speaker;
• watching films with original dubbing;
• listening to audiobooks or other audio files in a foreign language;
• reading books in the original, etc.

Experts recommend learning at least 10 new words or phrases every day. An effective way is to associate them with some objects.

Another way is to describe every day in a foreign language everything that surrounds a person. This could be the weather, the furniture in the room, the stages of cooking. This will help you identify unfamiliar words that you should immediately look up and write down. The goal of this technique is to get used to thinking in another language and get out of your comfort zone.

Some believe that being in a language environment will help improve your knowledge of a foreign language. The path to success in this case is active, thanks to additional training. In addition to communicating with foreigners, it is important to educate yourself in different ways. The rule here is that practice helps to master theoretical knowledge.

Reading books

Learning about the success story of a rich and famous person is a rewarding experience. This makes it possible to learn about a person’s ideas, analyze the course of his thoughts, influences the formation of his own ideas, and also helps to discover previously hidden potential and understand the real capabilities of a person.

Choosing a good book to improve your intelligence level is a difficult task. Some publications do not contain any useful information, others voice trivial things. But there are those who really give instructions for action and reveal the secrets of success.

Recommended list of books:

• "The Zara Phenomenon" by Covadong O'Shea;
• “How Starbucks was Built Cup by Cup” by Howard Schultz;
• “The Psychology of Influence” by Robert Cialdini;
• "The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People" by Stephen Covey;
• "How to Work 4 Hours a Week" by Timothy Ferriss;
• “Think and Grow Rich” by Napoleon Hill;
• “The power of habit. Why we live and work the way we do" Charles Duhigg;
• "The Millionaire Mind" by Thomas J. Stanley;
• "Inside Coca-Cola" Neville Isdell, David Beasley;
• “Delivering happiness. From zero to a billion. The First-Hand Story of the Creation of an Outstanding Company by Tony Hsieh;
• "My Life, My Achievements" by Henry Ford;
• "In search of perfection. Lessons from America's Most Successful Companies" Peters T., Robert H. Waterman.

The list was compiled in accordance with the recommendations of modern businessmen. These books really change your attitude towards certain things. In particular to self-perception and entrepreneurship as the basis of business. After reading, the path to success becomes a little easier and allows you to see real prospects for growth.

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Things don't always go according to plan - don't be disappointed, you should stay inspired all day. Lack of motivation is faced daily by specialists in all fields: leading top managers, professional athletes. Often, following a developed scheme turns out to be difficult and boring. But motivation is the main driver of progress. It is worth understanding how and what kind of people support the desire to move forward and achieve success in life. You need to set yourself up wisely, convincing yourself that the result will bring benefits. Ask yourself: why do I need this and what will I get?

Find the correct answers: If I do this, I will go on vacation with my family, buy a car, buy an apartment, or become slim.

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What is your motive?

Each person has his own motivation on the path to prosperity. Some are motivated by faith, money, power and recognition, while others are motivated by the process of struggle, competition, revenge and social justice. The secret, if you want to succeed in life, is simple - you need to clearly understand what inspires you and what frustrates you and leads you astray. You need to protect yourself from the latter. Find what you like and move on to the top!

What do people want?

The Journal of Personality and Social Psychology published the results of a study from the University of Wyoming (USA). Research director and author Benjamin Wilkowski, Laboratory of Emotion and Cognition.

A series of seven studies were conducted, including surveys of hundreds of people about their commitment to achieving life goals. The researchers came up with four basic concepts that characterize the main human goals: fame, inclusion, avoiding negativity and following traditions.

The researchers gave the new classification of goals the acronym PINT: prominence, inclusiveness, negativity prevention, tradition.

Fame - covers goals ranging from power and making money to excellence and fame. Most strongly, this concept reflects the desire for social status - an attempt to earn the admiration and respect of others.

Inclusiveness is advocating for an open-minded attitude toward all people and opinions.

Avoidance of negativity is the desire to prevent any negative consequences of one’s actions - conflicts, disagreements, social isolation.

Following traditions involves maintaining the original institutions of one's culture, including religion, family, nation and other group values.

But over the course of life, the original goals significantly change their meaning. And as a person grows up, most of the goals of the first half of life lose meaning, but more significant tasks appear. How many stages of life are there and what important aspects are present in each stage? Read the next section.