The True Measure of Success

Is when I am capable of doing the things I want to do for the ones I love.

Unfortunately,  the opposite is painfully true and II feel so miserable with a strong sense of guilt:

Not being capable to being with someone who needs me because I don't have a strong financial situation or because I do not have the ability to take time off in order to preserve employment is part of having not succeeded. This creates a deeper lack of self esteem and profound sadness.