To become succesfull both professionally as in your private life aim high and don’t settle for lower. People try do to things to please others. In the first instance it will keep you going for some publicly accepted goals. But the further you get the more you will limit yourself if you keep listening to others.
Friends and family support us in the most ways possible. However when you try to rise above their expectations you have to look how you want to achieve your goals. If you know someone who has achieved your goals you have someone to support you on your path. But most likely you will have to find people who acknowledge that you are able to achieve big goals and can help you get there. With actions and especially with words.
Set your goals high, and don’t stop till you get there. – Bo jackson
It’s easy to set a goal, but it’s difficult to complete it. After you have set a big goal you will notice people talking about a similar goal they gave up on long time ago. Don’t let yourself get discouraged by it. See it as an extra incentive to reach for your goal with all your willpower. While going for it keep in mind that the chase is more enjoyable than actually achieving your goal. As soon as you reach your goal you are ready to set up new goals.
The more and the better goals you set and obtain the more difficult it will be to maintain sight on the big picture. It will only be when you talk to strangers or friends you haven’t met a while that they will admire your progress. At the same time you will notice how differently you have approached life and achieving goals while others have been standing still. Stay humble and try to help others and give advise if they want to obtain the same goals as you have.