As you begin reading this article, I ask that you first close your eyes and take a moment to imagine something that you have wanted to do, yet have been too hesitant when taking that first step to propel your plan into fruition. It does not matter if this personal goal was dreamed of during childhood, is a recently conjured idea or if it has been brewing inside of your head for a few years; right now is the time to start making your intention a reality.
When you are thinking about this aspiration, question exactly what it is that you feel is posing as the seemingly impassible barrier to keep you from entering the path to attainment. Next, I want you to imagine the rush of feelings that will consume your mind and cause that joyful smile which will gleam across your face upon completing this goal. These feelings of pride and accomplishment can lead to relaxed nerves and will also serve as inspiration for the future once you begin to realize that you actually can do what you once thought you could not.
Making the decision to embark on a new path is daunting, but if it is something that you truly want then it's worth it. Also, it is important to understand that you can achieve anything that you set your mind to with concentrated perseverance. There is no guarantee that this journey will be smooth; actually, it is quite the opposite. Setting off with an ideal outcome, while being aware of the possibility of unexpected events along the way, can make taking the initial step unsettling. Even so, if this path leads you to an alternate ending, the overall duration of the journey is still a rewarding learning experience in itself.
So go ahead and turn your passion into your career, or send in your application to the graduate school of your dreams. Study abroad. Move to a new city or state. Audition for the musical. Travel to a unique destination. Write a novel. Start a business. Learn to play an instrument. Follow a nutritional eating plan. Train for a marathon. Become a certified lifeguard. Invent new technology. Create a video game. Open a restaurant. Your individual potential is limitless, and there are countless opportunities to use it.
If you have the slightest inkling of interest to do something, then pursue it. You may change direction at some point, which is all right as long as you keep moving and never give up. If you do feel like giving up, remember why you started in the first place. Sometimes, you can be one of your biggest setbacks; however, you are also your greatest motivator. Take chances because without them, you won't always get where you are supposed to go, and life would be boring. Dedication, focus and perseverance are necessary in order to achieve anything worthwhile; maintaining these principles is a tedious challenge, but that only makes the successful completion of your goal even more exhilarating.
