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When talking about success, we often think of people who are rich or famous. In your opinion, what are the qualities that characterize a successful person? Why do you think these should be the criteria? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

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Most people declined to the opinion that the wealthy or well-known persons in the society are the most successful in their life. In my view, there are other features, which may describe someone's fruitful living. That means money and fame should not be considered as ultimate success keys. In
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 the view that one’s success in life should be reflected as their economic status or fame among the public.
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 to me, a well-achieved man in lifespan means as a well-being one with self-satisfied, peace full mind and healthy body.
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, a person’s marvellously privileged background could not move anything forward without his perfect physical and mental health conditions. In order to achieve whole success, one needs to concentrate on personal care as well. If someone constantly commits himself to money and status, it will be detrimental to his family life. As a consequence, he may need to go through mental depressions, which will be defiantly reflected in his physical condition.
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, being strong mental and physical forms lead to a fortunate career.
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, being affluent and famous does not mean that being successful. A large group of the public reflect the view that the victorious person should be well-off and well-known.
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 being effective means, being healthy in mind and body. In conclusion, to achieve these both someone should be aware to maintain the balance between money and personal well-being.
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