When you were younger, did you ever have a dream that felt so exciting and real, only to set it aside as life got in the way? Maybe it was becoming an artist, starting a business or travelling the world. These dreams might seem distant now, buried under responsibilities and practical concerns, but they hold valuable clues about your passions and what could bring you genuine fulfillment.
Dreams often represent our purest aspirations, unfiltered by societal expectations or fear of failure. Over time, however, we’re encouraged to prioritize practicality over passion. It’s common to hear advice like “follow your dreams” paired with warnings about stability and security. While these considerations are important, they can also create barriers that prevent you from revisiting those dreams and exploring what’s possible.
Before you can start to plan your success goals, there are many things that you need to understand before you can be sure that the goals you set are really the ones you want.
One of those things is to determine if there are any Limiting Beliefs that can stop you from actually achieving those goals.
I have a self-study Limiting Belief Program that you can go through to determine what your Limiting Beliefs are and how you can remove them.
You can read more and register for the program at Limiting Beliefs Program on my Confidence and Life Coaching website.
Start your journey on your path to success by identifying and removing your Limiting Beliefs so that you make the journey a lot easier.
You can download a free PDF containing five articles on Limiting Beliefs and how to overcome them and achieve things in your career and personal life.
The PDF can be downloaded here (and you don’t have to register or provide an email address) Limiting Beliefs Download
Download the file and go over the other material that you can find on the Confidence and Life Coaching website.
If you are ready to move even further into the process of Identifying and removing and replacing your Limiting Beliefs, you should consider my short Limiting Belief’s Coaching Program.
Reconnecting with your dreams doesn’t necessarily mean making a drastic life change. It’s about reflecting on the goals and passions that once excited you and considering how they could fit into your current life. Even dreams that seem impractical can be adjusted or reimagined in ways that align with your reality.
One of the best ways to reconnect with your dreams is to ask yourself what excited you before external pressures shaped your decisions. Did you love writing stories, playing an instrument or designing clothes? Think about why these activities resonated with you. Was it the creative process, the sense of accomplishment or the joy of sharing your work with others? By identifying the underlying elements of your dream, you can start to see how they might still have a place in your life today.
Take the example of someone who dreamed of being an actor but ended up working in corporate sales. While pursuing a Hollywood career might feel out of reach, they could still tap into their passion for performance by joining a local theatre group or starting a podcast. These outlets allow them to fulfill their creative desires while maintaining their responsibilities.
Fear is one of the most significant obstacles to revisiting old dreams. We fear failure, judgment and the possibility that our efforts might not lead to success. It’s important to remember that pursuing a dream doesn’t have to be about achieving perfection or external recognition. It’s about the joy and fulfillment you experience along the way.
Another common barrier is the assumption that dreams are permanent and unchanging. Just because you’re no longer interested in becoming a professional athlete doesn’t mean you can’t explore new passions related to sports, like coaching or writing about the game. Dreams evolve as we do, and allowing them to adapt to your current self can make them more attainable and meaningful.
Actionable Step:
Write down three dreams you’ve put on hold or abandoned. Next to each dream, list one small action you could take to explore it further. For example, if you always wanted to travel, research destinations within your budget. If you dreamed of writing a book, start with a single page or outline. Small steps help make big goals feel achievable.
The process of revisiting your dreams can also lead to a deeper understanding of what drives you. Maybe your childhood dream of becoming a doctor wasn’t about the title itself but the desire to help others. That insight could guide you toward volunteer work, mentoring or a career in social services.
Dreams aren’t just remnants of the past; they’re roadmaps to what lights you up. Even if your circumstances have changed, the core of what made those dreams special remains within you. By reconnecting with them, you gain a clearer sense of what brings you joy and a renewed sense of purpose.
Life doesn’t have to be an endless compromise between practicality and passion. There’s room for both if you’re willing to revisit the dreams you thought were lost. Who knows? That dream you once set aside might just be the key to creating a life that feels both meaningful and exciting.
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Don’t try to do all of this by yourself, ask and receive the guidance that can get you moving towards your own success.
Working together can help you overcome personal and professional barriers, ensuring you reach your highest potential.
Nothing happens until action is taken.
To your success.
Michael
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P.P.P.S. You can download a free PDF containing five articles on Limiting Beliefs and how to overcome them and achieve things in your career and personal life.
The PDF can be downloaded here (and you don’t have to register or provide an email address) Limiting Beliefs Download
Download the file and go over the other material that you can find on the Confidence and Life Coaching website.
P.P.P.P.S. If you are ready to move even further into the process of Identifying and removing and replacing your Limiting Beliefs, you should consider my short Limiting Belief’s Coaching Program.
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