I was always really eager for success. I felt I had the talent and work ethic to succeed. Whenever I got close to success and money (like when I worked with Getty Images as a celebrity photographer), the abuse would make it totally not worth it. I was treated the worst at my most “successful” job.
No one at Getty Images mistreated me. I felt the angst and contempt mostly from my dealings with publicists.
“Success” can be a trap. The kingdom of heaven is inside you. Your gut will tell you what’s right for you.
I define success very differently now.
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