Do you have BIG dreams? The kind which scare you and make you wonder if they are even possible…
Do you dream BIG for a moment and before the thought even finishes, you have found 100 different reasons it won’t happen?
There was a time (pre-MS brain fog) when I would DREAM BIG of having my own business where I was financially stable (no debt) , I could make my own hours and do what I wanted, when I wanted. The dream soon became reality – or at least a little bit. I have my own business where I make my own hours and am slowly becoming debt-free but I have downsized those dreams.
WHY?
For me, it is more about health issues. I dreamed of promoting in Thirty One, of being part of the Gives Council BUT over the last year or so, I have begun to accept some things. Traveling is more difficult. Processing thoughts is a struggle most days. My memory is just not what it used to be. Some would say I settled. Others would say I am realistic. I am happy where I am, enjoying the moment.
Do You Dream BIG?
The truth is most people downsize their dreams out of fear. Fear of criticism. Fear of failure. Fear of success and doubts about whether they can keep it up. It’s risky to dream big. The truth is, the real risk is living small. It’s getting to the end of your life and realizing so much more was possible, if only you had been willing to listen to – and pursue – the desires of your heart.
What’s your real dream? Not the dream you’ve downsized so it feels more manageable, but the true desire of your heart. Too often, we surrender to fear and settle for something less than what we really want. We even try to convince ourselves we don’t want what we want. But it’s useless. You can try to bury your dream, but it doesn’t mean it will die.
One of the most powerful decisions successful women make is this:
I do not downsize my dream.
Whether it is a vision of being debt-free and financially independent or a career calling you or a fitness goal – be bold enough to declare your real dream and go after it. Persist. Do the hard work. Be willing to face disapproval or the criticism of others. In doing so, you will be true to yourself and set the stage for creating a life which is an authentic adventure of meaningful experiences.
Don’t judge other’s dreams or even when they change their dreams. Don’t compare yourself to others if you have similar dreams or goals. These are the thoughts which will keep you dreaming small or not dreaming at all. They will keep you from living the life you were meant to have.
What is YOUR big dream? Share it with us. Have a ThirtyOne-derful day!
Hope Wissel 