Helping others achieve their dreams and goals in life is very fulfilling. When they succeed, you succeed. It's a long-lasting joy. Have you ever tried mentoring or coaching others? When they win, you win. When they fail, you feel that you have failed, too. I used to coach girl scouts. When their troop won, I was even happier than they were. I felt I was the one competing for and winning the awards. Try it. It brings additional joy into your life.