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Writer's pictureThea Lessard

How to Take the First Steps Toward Your Dream Life

Updated: Apr 10, 2023

To the problems that each of us may face, there is no universal answer. But, we are each faced with a decision. We have the option of accepting our current situation or working to improve it. The beliefs you hold about yourself and your dream often serve as the starting point for making this selection.


The news is awful in every direction. There is always something that doesn't go as planned in your life. You can either let adversity strengthen you or break you, and unfortunately, the latter is more common. You may have a life that most others only dream about, no matter where you are or what you're going through. Here are five immediate steps you can take toward realizing your dream life.


1. Think critically about your life goals. It takes courage to acknowledge your true desires and goals for your life. There is a good reason why you have dreams that are so far outside your comfort zone that they cause fear in the hearts of those closest to you. Put your feet up and say it aloud. Insane or not, you need to ground yourself in reality.


2. Use the Internet to research your dream. Today, knowledge is more accessible than ever before. You may find out what it would take to live the life of your dreams if you have a smartphone or access to the Internet. You can skip the guesswork; it's likely that the information you require has already been laid out.


3. Make a strategy and start moving forward. You need a strategy if you want to turn your dream life into a reality. Too many folks try to "fly it" just to fall short. You need an emergency fund and a backup plan if you wish to quit your job. A weight loss plan that includes a nutritious diet and regular exercise is a must. You understand the idea, but remember that it will take time for the strategy to bear fruit and bring you the desired results.


4. Ignore self-limiting beliefs and negative people. Self-doubt, fear, and limiting beliefs will all pop up while you work toward your dreams. Some people in your life just won't "get it," and they'll make that abundantly clear. Listening to naysayers will make you believe your goals are unattainable, and as a result, you won't take the actions required to make them so.



5. Decide to enjoy each day as it comes. In the midst of all the noise and activity, it's easy to lose sight of the finer things in life. It's simple to get mired in habits and defaults. The trouble is that the only thing any of us can count on is right now. Every day has the potential to be your last, therefore you should treat it as such.


It is heart breaking to know that there are so many people who do not enjoy a life of freedom every day. There will be many moments when you want to give up, but don't.


Living the life you've always dreamed is not only possible, but extremely important. Everyone of us only has a finite amount of time on this planet. Put your faith in yourself. Choose your level of optimism about the possibilities, and then take action. Get going right now, and keep going until you wake up one day having achieved complete independence in every facet of your life.


Which is it, life or death?

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