Want To Succeed... You Must Do This.
- Author : Sefika Evliya
- May 5
- 5 min read

"Success is the sum of small efforts, repeated day in and day out."
— Robert Collier
Success, Is it reserved for a select few, or can you achieve more than what you currently have in your life?
Want more success in your life? Can you really have more, achieve more, be more?
The answer is yes—totally, 100%!
But know this:
Not only is success possible; it’s guaranteed if you take action on each of these steps to get from where you are to where you want to be.
So, will you level up, or will you choose to remain stuck, getting the same old result day in day out?
Or will you choose to rise up?The first key to anything success in your life is:
Know Where You Are
A question many people often ask themselves: Where am I really at?
But really, where are you? I’m not talking about the basics, but the deeper aspects of where you are in your life.
It’s crucial to take a true and honest look at where you are at this moment. But are you diving deep enough, or are you only looking at what you want to see?
What are your current results in life?
Do you like what you see?
Why or why not?
Understand that you are where you are for a reason—and that reason is you. This isn’t about sugar-coating your reality; it’s about taking responsibility for yourself and your life.
You may wonder why I’m saying this, but unless you take a good look at yourself in the mirror, how can you expect to receive better in your life? What do you see? It’s not about judgment; it’s about gaining clarity and being truthful so you can create real change.
How can you expect to be successful if you don’t know where you stand? By understanding your current position and being honest with yourself, you can open doors you haven’t yet opened. But will you do this, or will you turn around and blame the outside world again? The issue isn’t out there; it’s within you, and it’s something you can totally shift.
Clarity is Power
Do you really know what you want for your life? What does success truly look like for you?
Take a moment to think deeply about this question: Do you know where you’re going, or are you navigating life with your eyes closed? If you don’t know where you’re headed, how can you expect to be successful—or even more successful than you already are?
Why Clarity of Vision is Crucial to Achieve Your Goals
One of the biggest keys to success is knowing exactly where you are and, most importantly, where you’re going. Many people don’t know their direction because of past experiences or setbacks. But now is your time to let go and choose a path forward.
Instead of simply saying, “I want to be successful,” take a moment to define what success truly means to you. Is it a specific income you want to achieve? A particular job title you aspire to hold? A healthier lifestyle you’re aiming to build?
Whatever it may be, know exactly where you want to be. By painting a clear picture of your goals, you give your brain a clear vision of what success looks like for you.
Without this clarity, you’re simply moving through life, hoping you will succeed.
But know this—without clarity, your life is more or less the same as day out.
Why? Because our brains crave clarity to help us stay focused and balanced in our actions.
So, do you have the clarity you seek?
Keep Track of Your Progress
Do you keep track of your progress?
If not, how will you know if you’re on track or off track from your destination? How can you make better decisions in your life if you don’t know where you stand? Then Tracking your progress, as this is essential for growth and evolution.
Know where you are, know where you’re going, and keep track along the way.
Follow a Proven Success Blueprint
Are you seeking out people who have achieved what you desire, or are you simply trying anything and everything, only to find yourself back where you started—or worse off?
Success leaves clues, but are you paying attention? Are you surrounding yourself with people who inspire growth and evolution?
It’s often said that you become most like the people you spend the most time with. So why not make your circle one that includes people who have succeeded at what you aspire to achieve, people who can lift you up as you work toward your goals?
Who will you turn to for guidance on your path to success? Or will you continue to try harder? Remember success leaves clues.
Prime Your Brain for Success Like a Pro
Did you know that professional athletes spend time visualizing their performance before a big game? Why? Because they’re effectively priming their brains for the success they seek. It’s far from a waste of time.
Priming your brain is about aligning and shifting your internal reality to focus on what you want rather than what you don’t want.
Why bother? Because your brain cannot differentiate between a vividly imagined event and a real one. By priming your brain for success, you’re creating a mental blueprint that your actions will follow, guiding you towards your goals.
To dive deeper
Visualize Your Success: Picture your goals in vivid detail. See it, feel it, and hear it as if you’re already living that reality.
Use Positive Affirmations: Repeat affirmations that resonate with your aspirations and align with your goals, reinforcing your belief in your ability to achieve them.
Practice Gratitude: Cultivate gratitude for the success you’re working towards, acting as if you’ve already achieved it.
Will you shift your mind so that you can shift your results? If your answer is no, you’re likely to stay stuck. Why not follow the path of proven success rather than trying so hard without direction? If you truly want success in your life, start practicing today.
Celebrate Your Wins & Be Grateful
In the rush toward your big goals, it’s all too easy to overlook your small wins. Don’t fall into this trap. Celebrate, celebrate, and celebrate even more, no matter how minor the achievement may seem.
Did you complete a simple task? Celebrate.Have you learned a new skill? Celebrate.Overcame a fear? You guessed it—celebrate!
Why is this important? Each time you celebrate, your brain releases dopamine, which not only makes you feel good but also fuels your motivation to keep moving forward. This creates a positive feedback loop that accelerates your journey toward success.
Take a moment right now. What wins have you experienced today, this week, or this month?Make a list, and a year from now, look back to see the drastic shift you’ve achieved in your life. Feel proud of how far you’ve come and express heartfelt gratitude for each step forward.
It’s easy to get lost in what still needs to be accomplished. Flip the switch. Recognize the abundance in your life right now. Fuel it with even more gratitude. What are you grateful for today?
Now that you know many of these proven methods, will you practice them daily? It’s not about endlessly learning more—it’s about taking inspired action that moves you forward every day toward the success you seek.
People often think success is a straight path. If it were, everyone would be at the top of their game. True success isn’t about the path being smooth—it’s about doing the right things that will move you toward where you desire to be. If not now, then when? Your life is waiting for you. Are you listening to that calling?
Listen and take action, as the success you seek is also seeking you.
Sefika Evliya
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