Success is never Final

A Martial artist kneeling before the master sensei in a ceremony to receive a hard-earned black belt. After years of relentless training, the student has finally reached a pinnacle of achievement in the discipline.

"Before granting the belt, you must pass one more test," said the sensei.

"I am ready," responded the student, expecting perhaps one final round of sparring.

"You must answer the essential question: What is the true meaning of the black belt?"

"The end of my journey," says the student ."A well-deserved reward for all my hard work".

The sensei waited for more .Clearly, he was not satisfied. Finally, the sensei spoke "You are not yet ready for the Black Belt. Return in one year".

A year later, the Student kneeled again in front of the sensei.

"What is the true meaning of the black belt?" asked the sensei.

"A symbol of distinction and the highest achievements in our art," said the student.

The sensei said nothing for many minutes, waiting. Clearly ,he was not satisfied. Finally, he spoke ."You are still not ready for the black belt. Return in one year."

A year later, the student kneeled once again in front of the sensei. And again the sensei asked: "What is the true meaning of the black belt?"

The black bely represents the beginning----the start if a never-ending journey of discipline, work and the pursuit of an ever-high standard," said the student.

"Yes you are now ready to receive the black belt and begin your work."

Moral : Success in never Final it’s a journey itself.