I find it hard to tell people now that success in some things doesn't come from huge efforts. Is luck involved? Yes, but it's mostly about hard work. Luck is temporary, while hard work can make luck last longer.
The world is never short of opportunists or flashy people. The road to success isn't crowded at all because people with certain qualities are so few. That's why you can progress so smoothly. Most people can't stand loneliness, can't tolerate negativity, can't handle pressure, can't resist temptation, and can't apply the brakes…