Question

In the context of the chapter ‘A Visit to Cambridge’, discuss if success is
dependent on physical well being.

Answer 1

Answer:

“Your body feels when things are right or wrong. Pursuing your objectives, will lead you to success even though you may stumble on failures. Overcoming failures makes you stronger and more experienced. It then becomes part of your success.” John Kelly Burrus

Physical Health

Your health determines your performance and the more you perform, the greater your chances of success. You are the owner of your body and mind and should be able to feel when you are on the right track mentally and physically.

“Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity”. (World health organization WHO)

Your physical health is crucial in understanding your overall health and how it affects your success. Physical health means being in good condition, being active and eating the right nutritious foods. Think of your body as your most important asset in your life. Having a good, balanced diet will improve your performance by fuelling your body with the right ingredients. Your body functions like a car. Think of your body as a Ferrari. If you do not fuel your car with the right oils and gas your car will not function at its full potential. Remember, eat well! (Low fat, veggies, fruits, oats…)

Be the best version of yourself and strive for the best at everything you do.

Mental Health

Another type of health is mental health.  It is feeling happy and always being motivated to be your better self.

How you act and what you want to achieve comes from the most powerful part of your body; your mind. Being in a good mental state will definitely affect your overall performance, which is another step towards success. Socioeconomic status, education, relationships and appearance all have an effect on the mind. Sometimes you cannot control the situation and the environment you live in but being optimistic has a self-fulfilling effect and you will see greater results in the long run.