What Would You Do If You Knew You Wouldn’t Fail?

Journaling Question

There are many things one would wish or try if they had the time, space, money, inspiration, motivation, and support. There are also many other words I could’ve added to this list; if your reason isn’t listed then feel free to add it. The problem is that these setbacks are very real and yes, they actually do stop us. There is also another problem, you are allowing these things to completely halt your desire to become materialized. Now, if your dream is something impossible, for the time being, then focus on a smaller aspect of it, or even another thing you have been wishing to apply more effort.

• Example: You want to be a singer, but you are a stay-at-home-mom with 4 kids (2 in school and 2 at home). Fantastic! The responsibilities of parenthood are primary, but who says you can’t comprise your dream? You can sign up at the local cafe for open-mic night. Sometimes our long time wish, can be fulfilled in a simple way. Sometimes all we need is to get it out of our system, and we feel good.

• Example: You want something very general such as, feeling free! Think of an activity our an outing that will allow you to feel like you are doing something for yourself. Your inner child is calling and you want to pay attention to your younger self. Go out for a drive, retail therapy (if you have extra to spend and/or don’t have an addiction, of course), go out with your sister (or brother, whatever) to reconnect, find someone whom you trust to watch your kids just for some “me time.”

• If money is an issue, start saving. Manage your money in a different way. For some, it might take some time to save up the necessary funds, but patience is a virtue! Self-control is also another principle to hold on to during this money-saving period. It’s tough, but that’s when you have to say no to ourselves. Just because you are an adult doesn’t mean you do whatever you want without a sensible mind. Loving yourself can also mean saying no to yourself so that you can reach your goals.

Now it's your turn to write down what you would do if you knew nothing was stopping you. Then list why you are currently not going for what you've desired. If any kind of compromise is possible write that down as well. If for some reason it is completely and utterly impossible, then make peace with it and go on to the next one. Can you start materializing your dreams?