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Big Self

Joanna Henderson

Jan 6, 2021

6 min read

5 Horrible Examples of What People Think Success Is

Social media and other superficial mediums are giving us an awful image of success and happiness.

Everyone has a different perception of success. Countless writers came up with well-marketed books promising to show you how to succeed. An insane number of life coaches post motivational quotes and positive videos…

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5 Horrible Examples of What People Think Success Is

Social media and other superficial mediums are giving us an awful image of success and happiness.

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