This is a crucial distinction between ambition and happiness. We often fall into the trap of conditional happiness: "I will be happy when I get that promotion/finish that project/reach that goal." This mindset postpones joy indefinitely.
Gratitude, on the other hand, is the practice of appreciating the journey, the current progress, and the resources you already have while you are still striving for more. Your ambitions drive you forward, but gratitude grounds you in the present, allowing you to experience happiness now, rather than holding it hostage until a future milestone is met.
How can you practice gratitude for your progress today, even if you haven't reached the final ambition?