However, years ago I read at article about Mr. Jobs. It included pictures of his home.
It was pretty much empty.
That image stuck in my head over the years. This man is worth BILLIONS of dollars, yet you wouldn't know it looking at him. Steve in his mock turtleneck, jeans and tennis shoes. There was nothing pretentious about him, he didn't use his money to order people around. He didn't buy and flaunt ridiculous things...and if he did, we never heard about it.
What we did hear about was his drive, his genius, his vision. He was a perfectionist to the highest degree and he expected no less from those that worked for him. He was a true example of loving what you do. The proof? He was GREAT at it and out of it he created an empire. Not bad for an adopted child and college drop out.
Passion is key. If you don't have passion or love for what you're doing, you'll never be successful. I truly believe that. Sometimes that takes big risks and I will admit I am scared of taking risks....hence I work for someone else.
I am a perpetual student, I love the feel of going to class. I can feel the information absorbing into my brain. Will I ever graduate? I will say yes, but it may take me some time. I truly, honestly am deterred by all of the seemingly unnecessary classes that I have to get through before I can get to what I truly love and want to learn.
I will hope that my children will follow their dreams. I know my husband and I have offered them any help that they need. I have told my oldest to take risks, to travel, to do what he loves. It's something I haven't been able to truly experience yet, but I know when I do I will KICK SOME SERIOUS A@!
Steve thank you for the mark you made on this world. Your example has inspired many. Your story is proof that even with the most chaotic beginnings, you can be successful. Hey, I can vouch for that. I was a 16 year old, single, teen mother. I chose a very hard road. BUT I fought, I struggled, I pushed ahead. I refused to be a statistic. I refused to sit back and give up.
We should all live life not with the goal of material items. We should strive to create a legacy.
What is your legacy?
Some of my rules to live by!
Life life to the fullest
Love with everything you have inside
Don't settle
Don't let people take advantage of you
Speak out for things that are wrong
Take Risks
Find something to be passionate about and do it
Remember that material possessions cannot buy you love or friends
Pay it forward when you can
Be kind to elders (I truly believe this)
Volunteer
Be patient
Don't rush through life...it will be over soon enough.
Teach your children respect
Don't litter! (ha ha, had to throw that one in)
Take care of your body
Have respect for yourself
God Bless!
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