What image takes.

The next job, the better car, the executive house. 
These do not stand for who we are. They are only things we have. And any fulfillment we get from them will, inevitably, be short-lived.

What is difficult is that we live in a society where these lines are blurred. One that favors having over not having. That categorizes and classifies people by assets and possessions. Making it seem natural to desire and acquire far more than we'll ever need.

But acquiring--and building and maintaining an image to the satisfaction of others--leaves little time and space to relish the joy of existence. Which is a trade you may one day be sorry you made.

Don't just live the length of your life. Fill the depth of it too.