Success can be a lonely road. As entrepreneurs and go-getters, we're often so focused on chasing our dreams that we don't stop to celebrate our wins along the way. But sharing our victories with others is an important part of the journey.
As celebrity PJ Pascual wisely stated: "Let's pay more attention to people who do not clap when we win."
It's easy for people to support us when times are hard. But when we start rising up and achieving our goals, some may grow distant or envious. They're no longer "for us" as Pascual notes. Rather than celebrating our victories, they tear us down or quietly withdraw from our lives.
Why does this happen? Insecurity is often the culprit. When we advance and garner acclaim, it can make others feel inadequate in comparison. Rather than doing the hard work on themselves, it's easier for them to resent our success.
But the people who genuinely care about us want nothing more than to see us thriving. Your real friends and family will be cheering the loudest when you cross that finish line or land your dream job. They'll rally around you in celebration, not envy.
As entrepreneurs, we need to surround ourselves with encouragers - those who lift us up higher when we soar. Who keep believing in us when we stumble. Who amplify our voice when we achieve great things.
The next time you reach an important milestone, pay close attention to who rallies around you in excitement and who quietly slips away. Take note of who offers congratulations and who changes the subject. Use it as a litmus test of the supportive, positive people you need in your inner circle.
Keep chasing those big goals and know there are people rooting for you even if the path narrows. But be wary of those who smile to your face and then don't clap when you win. As Pascual said, they are simply not for you. Surround yourself with people who want you to shine.
