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Robert Green once declared with clarity: “There is no coincidence that stability brings success, and success brings stability.” These words are not idle nor accidental, but woven with the wisdom of ages. They tell us that life is not built on luck alone, nor are triumphs born from chaos. Rather, it is the foundation of stability—the steady ground, the disciplined order, the enduring roots—that nourishes the tree of success. And once that tree grows tall, it casts shade and strength, bringing even more stability to those who stand beneath it.

The ancients knew this truth well. The builders of empires understood that before armies could march or palaces could rise, there had to be order in the home, discipline in the ranks, and law in the land. Without stability, kingdoms crumbled, no matter how rich or powerful. Yet where the ground was firm, greatness could be planted, and from that ground, fruits of success would spring forth. This cycle, Green reminds us, is no accident—it is the very nature of human endeavor.

Look to the story of the Roman Empire. For centuries, its strength lay not only in conquest, but in the stability of its roads, its laws, and its governance. This stability brought success—armies that conquered, trade that flourished, and culture that spread. And this very success deepened the empire’s stability, allowing Rome to endure for ages. Yet when corruption weakened its foundation and its inner stability collapsed, its success too vanished into dust. The lesson is plain: where there is stability, there will be growth; where stability falters, triumph cannot remain.

Even in the life of individuals this truth shines. Consider the story of Nelson Mandela. In his long struggle, he endured imprisonment, isolation, and trial. Yet through it all he held to an inner stability—a discipline of spirit, a resolve unbroken. From that stability came his success, not only in surviving but in leading a nation from division to unity. And once success was achieved, it gave birth to greater stability for millions who had lived in turmoil. His life is proof that Green’s words are not theory but living law.

But why is this so? Because stability is the soil of consistency, and consistency is the mother of accomplishment. A mind torn by chaos cannot think clearly. A heart unsettled cannot endure trials. But when life has order, when one’s spirit is disciplined, then actions align, efforts bear fruit, and victories become possible. And once success is tasted, it becomes an anchor, securing life even further against the storms to come. Thus, stability and success feed each other like two rivers joined in eternal flow.

Yet beware—many chase success without first cultivating stability. They leap into ventures without order, seek crowns without building foundations, and when the winds rise, they are swept away. Others achieve brief triumphs, but without the discipline to sustain them, their success dissolves into chaos. True strength is not found in the momentary flame, but in the fire tended carefully, burning steadily through the years.

So the teaching is this: if you seek success, first build stability. Order your life. Govern your time, your habits, your thoughts. Root yourself in discipline, in patience, in endurance. Then your success will not be fleeting, but lasting. And when success comes, use it not for vanity, but to secure greater stability—for your family, your community, your world. In this way, you will walk in the eternal cycle Green spoke of, and your life will stand firm against the ages.

Practical wisdom follows: rise each day with order, not chaos. Tend to the small things faithfully, for they form the great. Do not despise stability as dull or plain—it is the hidden throne on which success sits. Build steadily, act wisely, endure patiently, and soon you will find that success has become not a fleeting visitor, but a faithful companion. For in the union of stability and success, there is no coincidence—there is destiny fulfilled.