🌟I want to outperform my parents… But In What Way? 🌟

One of my childhood goals has always been to outperform my parents.

But recently, during a conversation with my mentor, he asked me a tough question:

“In what way do you want to outperform them?”

That question stopped me in my tracks.

💰 Financially?

Salary‑wise, I earn more than my parents did at my age.

But net worth? They’re ahead, thanks to riding the property market.

📈 Career‑wise?

Do I measure success by how senior I am compared to them in their industries?

🕊️ Freedom & Autonomy?

Is outperforming them about having more control over my time and choices?

😊 Happiness?

Or is it about living a life where I don’t have to wake up at a set time, and can spend my days doing what I truly enjoy?

It made me realize: success is multidimensional.

My brother and I often debate this.

He wants a fancier lifestyle, while I’ve always said I don’t need a lot of money.

Just enough to get by.

For me, the ideal life is about time, freedom, and choice.

👉 Takeaway: Outperforming isn’t just about numbers. It’s about defining success on your own terms.

💬 I would love to hear your thoughts:

- How do you measure success in your own life?

- Is it wealth, career status, freedom, or happiness?

Photo: Me and My Brother running at the gym

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