Each person is unique and has their own set of strengths and weaknesses. Copying someone else's life might make you appreciate your talents and skills less. You may think that what made this person great will make you great too. But there are so many variables at play to make that statement.
If
you manage to garner success through imitation, your achievement will lack the genuine passion and satisfaction you will feel that comes with following your own path. I'm not saying this will apply to everyone, but for me, I'd be constantly comparing myself to that person, which is not the kind of thing you want to be doing. You want to make the journey yours.
Your success journey is unique to you. The experiences Stephen King went through
to become who he is today cannot be emulated by anyone. Even if I developed his strict writing regimen, my path would be different with its own unique challenges. When you try to copy someone else's story, you miss out on the joy and excitement of discovery and the sense of fulfilment that comes with it.
When you discover your success story, you are not simply following a blueprint laid out by someone else but instead charting your own
course. And that means the rewards are truly your own. Embrace your individuality, find your own voice, and take charge of your life in a way that is authentic to who you are. Always celebrate your successes and never measure yourself against the life story of others.
Be Your Own Hero.