The Strategic Method to Chasing Your Dreams
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We are all placed in this world for a specific purpose, and listen lovely, we all have a birthright to actively and fiercely chase our dreams.
For so many of us, fear plays a much larger role than we realize – it can totally stop your progress before you even begin. It’s that nagging, annoying voice in the back of your head, isn’t it? But we aren’t going to let that win. Not today, babe.
How many times have you had a grand idea that you shot down within minutes? Those are the very dreams I’d like to talk a little about! But not just identifying those dreams, but how to effectively chase them down and make them yours.
1. Clearly define your dream
Before you can chase your dream, you have to have a crystal clear definition of what that dream actually is! Be honest with yourself about what you want out of life and understand how you’re going to accomplish those goals. You need to start with the big picture idea – visualize it, feel it – and break it down into smaller, more tangible goals with realistic timelines.
Don’t know where to start? Google knows! Seriously ladies, whatever it is that you’d like to accomplish, Google the steps necessary to get there. You can create a customized game plan to get it done! Seriously, it’s that simple!
2. Identify what’s stopping you
Before you can fully chase your dreams, it’s worth evaluating what has been stopping you so far! Don’t ignore your roadblocks becuase you’re going to need that information in order to plan accordingly. We have to be real with ourselves here.
If you’re habitually late, what steps can you take to prevent this roadblock? If you tend to forget things, how can you plan for this? If you’re feeling unorganized, find a system that works for you! And if you tend to get frustrated with not knowing where to start, remember that the resources are available in the technology world we live in!
Let’s Chat, Dreamer!
I’d love to know – what is the one thing you feel holds you back the most? Is it fear, time, or just not knowing where to start? Drop a comment below, your honesty might inspire someone else to break through their own walls!
3. Come up with a game plan
With every major accomplishment in life, it’s going to require a detailed game plan. Granted there are some things that might happen by luck, but very little things in this world happen by “luck” alone. After all, luck is just when opportunity meets preparation, right?
So, with that being said… let’s make sure we prepare for this opportunity before it knocks on the door. Once you’ve done the “homework” from step one, you should be able to create your detailed game plan. Start with the big picture goal and break it down into smaller tangible steps with realistic deadlines attached. You got this!
4. Surround yourself with like-minded people
Almost as important as discovering who you are is understanding who it is that you surround yourself with. Who is in your circle, babe? When I first began to really chase my dreams I had to have some honest conversations about who I was connected to (and why), and were they adding to or taking from my life?
There were some friends who were offended because we’d been friends for “all these years”, yet there wasn’t a present benefit to that relationship – it was completely stagnant. And I’m not saying go around burning bridges (although some might need to be burned down!) but what I’m saying is maybe people need to be adjusted in their placement in your life.
As you begin to surround yourself with people who are energetic and engaged in their own dreams you’ll learn that energy is 100% transferable. I’m not saying they have to be doing the same things that you’re doing, but they should share your level of passion, energy, and urgency. And maybe you need to evaluate where a given person fits best in your life. I tried to turn a friend into a business partner and it just didn’t work because we didn’t share the same tenacity or urgency. Didn’t make her a bad friend, nor did I need to burn the bridge, but I did have to evaluate whether the business partnership was worth it.
5. Just do it!
At the end of the day there comes a point where you’re just going to have to rip the Band-Aid off and just do it! It’s going to require a lot of courage and ultimately it will be challenging, but understanding your “why” will help.
Why do you want to achieve this goal? Why is it important to the rest of the world? Who will suffer if you chose not to chase this dream? Why should you even bother? Getting to the true answer to those questions will help you stick to the dream even when you feel scared, frustrated, or overwhelmed!
We Want to Hear From You!
Share your story in the comments below – have you ever had to make a tough choice about your circle of friends to protect your dream? Your experience might be exactly what another woman needs to hear today. Let’s support each other and rise together!
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I start chasing my dreams when I feel overwhelmed?
Start small, lovely! The key is to break your big dream down into tiny, manageable steps. Don't look at the whole mountain; just look at the step right in front of you. Use resources like Google to find a roadmap and create a simple game plan.
Why is it important to surround yourself with like-minded people?
Energy is contagious! When you surround yourself with people who are passionate and driven, their energy transfers to you. It helps keep you motivated. Sometimes, you have to audit your circle to ensure the people around you are adding to your life, not draining it.
What should I do if fear is stopping me from my goals?
First, identify exactly what you are afraid of. Is it failure? Judgment? Once you identify the roadblock, you can plan for it. Remember your "why" - understanding who will benefit from your dream (and who loses out if you don't chase it) can give you the courage to push through the fear.
