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It's Time To Dream Big Or Go Home

What is your biggest dream, and why do you deserve it?

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It's Time To Dream Big Or Go Home
Denys Nevozhai
So many of our dreams at first seem impossible, then they seem improbable, and then, when we summon the will, they soon become inevitable.

- Christopher Reeve

What is your biggest dream?

I dare you to answer without shrugging it off and dismissing it as an impossible daydream. So many people have hopes and dreams, but are too intimidated by them to make them a reality. They think they don't deserve to achieve their goals, or their goals are too far-fetched.

Here's a thought: If you can dream it, you can make it happen.

Now, the key word in the above sentence is "make." You can't wish it into existence; you have to work for it.

Maybe this seems obvious, but many people are content with keeping their dreams within the realm of imagination.

Imagination can be a beautiful, wild and adventurous ride, but in the end, it won't take you anywhere unless you take concrete steps to make it a reality.

Dreams have purpose.

We are as big as our dreams, and the bigger you dream, the more you show the world who you want to be.

Maybe your dream seems impossible, but it definitely won't happen if you don't first believe in your own capability.

Whether you want to be a world-renowned photographer, the next Leslie Knope or even the next big Disney producer, your dream can be your reality.

You just need to take the first step.

Maybe you feel you don't have the confidence or skill to take the bull by the horns, but maybe it's time to start asking yourself the five "W's."

Who are you now, and who do you want to be a year from now? Who is in your way and blocking you from chasing your dreams?

Forget the naysayers, and the people in your life who tell you who you ought to be. They may mean well, but in the end, this is your decision. It's your life. This is the time to figure out who you are.

What is holding you back from taking the first step?

Beginning a journey is daunting, but the only way to push through is to place one foot in front of the other. If the path you're taking isn't working, find a new one.


Where can you go to get started, or find opportunities that can open doors for you?

You always want to be open to new opportunities, but you also have to be able to take initiative, ask questions and push those doors open.

The early bird gets the worm, so don't sleep through opportunities!

I never got any of my leadership positions by sitting back and waiting for them to be handed to me; I had to speak out and let the right people know I was interested.

Tip: Network, network, network! You can never go wrong by making connections! Having skill and ability may be important, but the job market is also all about who you know.

Don't burn bridges, build them.

When are you going to make time for yourself and your life?

Your top priorities should be God and yourself. When you are happy and fulfilling your mission in life, not only are you doing God's work, but you are also opening yourself up to better serve others.

You and your dreams need to be a priority.

Why do you lack confidence in yourself and your ability to soar?

Consider this: When a loved one or close friend is putting themselves down, how do you respond? You don't agree with them, right? My guess is "no."

If we're supposed to treat others how we want to be treated, shouldn't we be treating ourselves the same way? Don't bully yourself; it will quickly take you on the path to Nowhere.

So, let's circle back to that challenge posed at the beginning: What is your biggest dream? I want you to think about why you deserve it, and how you can achieve it.

Basically, dream big or go home.

You are worth every second of effort put into your happiness and fulfillment.


What is your biggest dream? Let me know in the comments below!


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