In First World Nations, are unsuccessful adults unsuccessful because of their own actions?

[Majora]

xwan said:

Majora said:
Umm what exactly are we classing as unsuccessful here? How are we measuring success??

Back in college, i used this quote alot and in one of my essay as well. It's from Ralph Waldo Emerson

 

“Success:  To laugh often and much, to win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children, to earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends, to appreciate beauty, to find the best in others, to leave the world a bit better, whether by a healthy child, a garden patch, or a redeemed social condition; to know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived.  This is to have succeeded!”

 

I think it's a good quote and applies to most people.

 

 

Haha in that case I feel pretty darn successful!! This has started the day on a happy note!! Thanks =D