Dreams in action

Much of the work I do with VerityHearts is about supporting people in creating their dream lives.  It’s about helping people not to focus on their current circumstances and conditions, and instead, to open their eyes, minds and hearts to the possibilities that this abundant life offers.

Dreaming is a powerful tool for tapping into what is truly possible in one’s life however, dreaming is only the first step – a critical step – but the first step, in actually transforming one’s life.

To actually transform a dream into reality requires action. 

Over the years, the phrase “Put it out there and see what happens” has become quite popular.  Yes, there is definitely power in stating one’s dream, but it doesn’t simply start and end there.  If action isn’t taken in alignment with that dream, you can completely undermine your stated intention.

There is a famous quote by Henry David Thoreau:

“If one advances confidently in the direction of his dreams, and endeavors to live the life which he has imagined, he will meet with a success unexpected in common hours.”

Success only comes after action is taken.

You must advance in the direction of their dreams.

You must endeavour to live the life they have imagined.

Then, you will be met with success.

With the New Year fast approaching, many of us will be stating our new year’s resolutions.  A new year feels like a fresh start – so it make sense to take advantage of this time.  (Although, every day is actually a new day and presents the opportunity to make a change.)

So this year, how about not simply talking about what you will do differently in an airy-fairy, broad-brush set of statements; how about writing those statements down as well as the specific actions you will take – with dates that you’ll complete the actions by.

And schedule them into your calendar!

If you are serious, put it in your calendar.  If you don’t schedule it, it won’t happen.

Think of it this way.  12 months from now when we are approaching the next year, what New Year’s resolution would you like to strike off your list because you’ve already achieved it?

There is a marvelous energy associated with a new year, so absolutely take the opportunity to tap into it and use it to propel you into taking action to transform your life.