Some people believe that individuals who earn a lot of money are the most successful. Others say that the individuals who contribute to the society (such as scientists or teachers) are the most successful. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

 

Some people believe that individuals who earn a lot of money are the most successful. Others say that the individuals who contribute to the society (such as scientists or teachers) are the most successful. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

 

Who is more successful 

Is it those who are affluent? 

·         These people can easily afford all possible comforts of life: lavish houses, swanky cars, and every possible  luxury like even expensive holidays and 

·         They can plan their and their children’s future: investment into education, savings and also pension plans 

·         They can even contribute to revenues by taxes and  philanthropy by donations

·         They can fulfill all their ambitions 

Is it those who contribute to society 

·         Through their contributions, they bring around a radical changes in the way of life of people 

·         Their work and their feats earn them long lasting respect and affection of people

The great topical public discourse of contemporary times revolves around a tricky controversy  about whether affluence earns success, or is it the ability to influence society with positive work a true parameter of triumph. Although both the partisan factions have  their justified views, I believe both money and contribution are true indicators of achievements.  

There is a general perception around that prosperity is one aspect that should be taken as a true gauge to measure how much success one has garnered. This opinion is aligned with materialistic view that professes  those who amass humongous wealth can easily afford not only basic amenities such food shelter, clothing and healthcare to their families but also make them available every imaginable and enviable comfort: big and plush mansions, swanky cars, modern gadgets, making life comfortable and enjoyable.

 Furthermore, ones having enough money at their disposal can also plan their  and  the future  of their wards better. Investments into education of their wards, savings for emergencies, bigger houses, or for twilight years are not difficult to imagine provided one has enough to save after fulfilling their primary requirements.

Nevertheless, as the other school of thought vouches for definition of success that entails contributions made to society for public good. Inventors, teachers, engineers and many others who enrich the lives of people with their discoveries and services are truly worthy of being considered as accomplished, for they devote themselves relentlessly and make efforts to improve the life of others, in the process, they are bestowed upon with respect and  affection that is enduring.    

Overall, despite disparate views, it can be safely asserted that both money and contribution to society are accomplishments in their own virtue.  Money is critical to survival, but assisting society is also pivotal to happy life nonetheless.