Success is never arbitrary. Our continuously changing world challenges our determination every day. Achievement requires adherence to goals, the ability to take risks, and overcome mistakes. Self-betterment is the ticket not only to a better job but to be successful at it. Changing the mind/brain is like conquering a mountain. Sudden shifts in attitude, behavior, and disposition are challenging and often painful. There is safety in slow, persistent progress. When you trust in the long-term results of your work, you can find balance and satisfaction. Trying to avoid change is our shared human fallacy. Being near the edge of the precipice effectively triggers human ingenuity. We tend to face our difficulties only when crisis hits and the change cannot be put off. Becoming proactive in your approach to life transforms you from passive to an active and purposeful participant. "The Power of Joy" is a practical guide for self-betterment.