Is There an Age Limit on Success?

Is there an age limit on success? Is there an age where you know you have either failed or made it? Some part of society seems to think so and hence we get many stereotypical depictions of seniors and retired homeowners living in loneliness and misery. We must arise above this negative imagery!

Aging is nothing but a "fact." Some people view it as an obstacle; some people view it with contempt and despair. However, it is a fact that people age and nothing more. It is not indicative of a person's value or of their ability to accomplish something great. When we age, we also grow in experience, wisdom and intelligence. After the burden of youth, we all tend to settle down and have more time and more effort to devote to our important pursuits.

Rather than view aging as the end, or the finish line, you should view it as just another obstacle to overcome. In fact, some people do not even view it in a negative light. They view it as a pleasure, a time to relax, and a peaceful time. If you are retired then you no longer have the obligation of raising children or working on a daily basis.

Unfortunately, people become so accustomed to the old lifestyle, whether or not they enjoy it, that they find themselves at a loss as to what they should do. This may be how you feel sometimes. Resist such negative thinking and instead ponder on the possibilities that wait for you.

You could use all this free time to achieve some of the dreams you once had. Whether these dreams are small or grand doesn't really matter. What matters is that you commit yourself to fulfilling them. You don't have to spend the rest of your life training for these dreams. You have already been taught a lifetime of experience. Use what you know to pursue your greatest ambitions.

If there are obstacles that stand in your way then accept them as obstacles, but do not let them destroy your mission. Find ways to sidestep these obstacles. Find ways around them and keep moving ever forward. You will never regret having taken a chance and failed but will always regret having let opportunity pass you by. This lesson becomes clearer as we mature in life.

Use your time and resources to achieve something monumental. There is no age limit of success. If you are motivated to take action then you can accomplish anything!

Albert Mensah is a Certified Speaking Professional. Originally from the impoverished African nation of Ghana, Albert travels the country speaking, motivating and inspiring. He has performed as a keynote speaker for companies including Allstate Insurance, Starbucks, Nordstrom, Boeing, John Deere Corporation, Wells Fargo and more. Visit AlbertMensah.com to learn more.