Meaning of Success : Money or Fame ?

This is an article which describes the incident which has completely changed the definition of success for me after that. It carries an altogether different meaning for me now 
Me and my father were having a normal conversation over a cup of coffee (The coffee was made by me for the first time though :P) just a few days back and the conversation with my father usually goes on the topics related to my career, my life and my future. So, it was one another casual conversation during that day
Father : Son, so what are your plans lately ?
Me: About my future or plans for my day Papa?
Father: Of course, about your future beta (son)
Me: Father, you already know about it. Is there anything different you want to hear today? :P
Father : Yeah, I know beta (son) but is success defined only to become a rich person for you along with getting a big flat, an Audi A3 and a heavy bank balance.
Me: I guess yes Papa because that’s what everyone wants. A lot of money using which I could make you and Mom happy
Father: Son, you know Success is not only limited to become rich or work in some huge MNC, as you have planned
Me: Then what is it, Papa !!
Father : You know Son, in these 20 years I have always listened somebody referring you “Wo Dekho Biswanath kaa beta jaa rha hai” (See, Biswanath’s son is crossing by) but in the next 20 years I aspire to be known by your name in the whole society where they would no longer refer you but start referring me as “Wo Dekho Amit ke Papa Jaa rahe hain” (See, Amit’s father is crossing by there). That is the real treasure for all of us
(Here Biswanath refers to my father’s name)
Me: So, you want me to earn fame, right Papa !!
Father: Fame is one aspect beta, getting money is another but the day when people start to refer that your son is a really good and honest man, rather than just being a good officer or regular at the job, that day I would be the most happy and proud Father. And at that point in time, I would say you have achieved a successful life for yourself.
Me : Sure Papa, I will always abide by your advice and keep it in my mind for my future
Finally, These words always revolve within my mind and success for me in life is always to be a good, honest and well-behaved person towards everyone no matter what situation comes in my life that would make my Father always proud of me.
Thanks !!

Comments

  1. BN SAHOOJune 25, 2018 at 2:32 AM

    So, well written. Good to see the progress you have made till now

    ReplyDelete
  2. AMIT SAHOOJune 25, 2018 at 2:51 AM

    All because of your advice and guidance

    ReplyDelete

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