I’m not talking about the middle-of-the-night kind of dreaming, but I have been doing that, too.
No, I’ve been dreaming about my goals, my career, my life.
Yesterday Josh Cox posted an article that really hit home {it kind of felt like he wrote it just for me}.
The reality is, most folks aren't living out their dreams. When you mention yours to them, the only reference point they have is their own - chasing dreams wasn't prudent for them, therefore it's not prudent for you. I've said it before but it's worth repeating: those who have given up on their dreams will try to get you to abandon yours. It doesn't make them bad folks it just means they didn't pursue their passion, so neither should you. The reality is, making your dreams become reality is a scary proposition, it's not for the faint of heart, but it's rewarding beyond belief. Even though I’m young, I’ve given up on dreams. Dreams to write for magazine. Dreams to live abroad. And over the last 2-3 years, dreams to work in the running/sporting goods industry. Following your dreams is not easy. No one ever said it would be. But 5 months ago, after running my 1st marathon and qualifying for Boston (one of my dreams), it became abundantly clear to me that I had given up on a dream. I had given up because I was scared, couldn’t afford to make ends meet, and didn’t know how to make my dream a reality. Running a marathon reminded me of why I love the {running} community - and since May 1, I have put a plan into action that may (or may not) get me to where I want to be. My plan includes more community involvement and a commitment to serve others. The key to success - the crux of the message: The Serve. Find a way to use your gift to serve others - don't make it about you, make it about them. How can your passions and giftedness serve someone else? Anyone can use a gift for personal gain; the key to success is making your gift valuable to someone else. Asking, how can I help? and delivering on that question, will open dozens of doors. You'll fall in love with helping others, there's nothing more rewarding. The more you serve others, the more impact you make. The most influential folks in history - those with statues and streets bearing their names - are those who used their gifts and passions to serve mankind. If you want to have long, lasting, real success, find a way to use your aptitudes to serve others. Help others reach their potential; in helping them reach theirs, you'll reach your own. My Serve (in the Northern Virginia community) My Stepping Stones (things I have accomplished to help me get one step closer to my dream) So here it is, THIS IS MY DREAM: Josh, thank you for writing exactly what I need to hear & read. You can read the rest of the article {here} Enter my Wasa Crispbread giveaway {HERE}
My Dream: Qualify for Boston
What is your DREAM?
