Plainfield High School - Hermiad Yearbook (Central Village, CT)

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THE HERMIAD Q SUCCESS Q CWalter Koss-19291 measure success in terms of wealth, others in terms of achievement. It is easy to see that one cannot become wealthy honestly, unless he makes HE desire of every normal man in the world is success in life. Some something of himself. It follows naturally that one who makes something of himself will make money. No matter how strong the desire or how determined the purpose one cannot achieve distinction in the twinkle of an eye. Nevertheless, a person should make a brave attempt and at least try to make of himself as much as he can. He should aim high and work hardy then he will at least make a good living. It is natural that everyone should strive to make a good living. This means that he must make enough money to live comfortably, educate his children, provide protection for himself and for his dependents, enjoy some of the luxuries of the world, and save enough money to insure him a com- petency in his old age. This is by no means an easy task to accomplish. Most men in this world barely make a living for themselves. As a consequence, when in need, they will have to depend on support from others. A The question now arises: What procedure must a person follow in order to succeed in life? The answer to the question is complex and differs with the individual. Nevertheless the first thing to do is to select a definite career, that is, choose a vocation that appeals most, one that seems to fit the needs of the person. After this is done, concentration of thought and effort on the accomplishment of the chosen vocation is necessary. It is a great mistake to drift along aimlessly and trust to good fortune to become successful in life. The majority of those who follow the line of least resistance achieve nothing and are numbered among the unskilled. They cannot make much for themselves, because they have not made much of themselves. Being unskilled they have to labor along with their associates, they cannot enjoy themselves, and probably will not be able to provide com- fortable living for themselves and their dependents. ' It would be ideal if every young man could select a definite vocation before entering high school, This would enable him to lay his course and concentrate his efforts accordingly. His vocation would bring him something detinite to work for, something to inspire him, something that would serve as a beacon beckoning him to go forward. Many young' students have no e. 5. ia ffwrcf 'rw-HY. M, ,GM ', if Y Y s 3 9 5? ii ,ELA . 5 fi fl , ,Q -JF! he Q 55 .55 J . 1A is :5'.,. f . it ,af f 3 :fi 'Q-it . 21 F it ' 'r e-'af '-ik 'JP' , .. 'Er 1' . Ny -Z - : 'ir ,,. ,i .2 1 1 LM 1 it 'M ,. - L: Lf, , :fs JA: tg fa it if i ,,,,' .. 1 RTK, If:- l UHF-,ay ' ,V-5 'f v' W F' if