The way I handle it is always moving towards that dream in everything you do. Because even if you don't reach it, you're happy that you're taking a step towards it. No matter how big or small it is. It also opens up opportunities you may have never imagined for yourself.
What a wonderful piece. I think of my dreams being kept in a trunk in the attic. The hinges are rusty and squeak when the lid is opened because I open it less and less as time goes on. I’ve accomplished a few dreams and I’m grateful but down at the bottom of that trunk, buried under the memories and decisions of my life is another box. It has a lock on it. There are dreams in there I won’t look at. Their time has passed and bringing them out now would be pointless and sad. I could throw them away. In fact maybe I should. But I won’t. I might need them. Isn’t that odd?
I've been thinking about this a lot (I'm on a writing hiatus) and keep thinking about how many people on their deathbeds regret not chasing their dreams. Joseph Campbell (I think?) once said that you should pursue your "bliss" (hopes/dreams) the way a child does: be optimistic and don't dwell on the doubt/reasons why it might not work out.
In real life it's difficult to balance that with responsibilities, but I think Crystal's right about always making some steps towards your dream (but I use a week as my timeframe, not every day).
And I think you're right about years of failure leading to success. Steven King failed for a long time before reaching the best seller list. In The Secret History of Star Wars, George Lucas said that people see success but not the years of toiling and struggling before it.
I really love your honesty—the slow fading of dreams, the uphill climb, the doubts—it’s all so relatable. And the way you ended on a note of quiet hope really stayed with me. Thank you for putting these feelings into words so beautifully.
So much food for thought! Bravely expressed and explored. I've found that many illusions were dispelled in the pursuit of my dreams. Discovering the shadow of the systems (and people) involved. And finding out what mattered to me in the long run - which was different than at the start. All in all, it's been a worthy adventure with fierce companions.
The way I handle it is always moving towards that dream in everything you do. Because even if you don't reach it, you're happy that you're taking a step towards it. No matter how big or small it is. It also opens up opportunities you may have never imagined for yourself.
What a wonderful piece. I think of my dreams being kept in a trunk in the attic. The hinges are rusty and squeak when the lid is opened because I open it less and less as time goes on. I’ve accomplished a few dreams and I’m grateful but down at the bottom of that trunk, buried under the memories and decisions of my life is another box. It has a lock on it. There are dreams in there I won’t look at. Their time has passed and bringing them out now would be pointless and sad. I could throw them away. In fact maybe I should. But I won’t. I might need them. Isn’t that odd?
Great read! 🤗
Great article!
I've been thinking about this a lot (I'm on a writing hiatus) and keep thinking about how many people on their deathbeds regret not chasing their dreams. Joseph Campbell (I think?) once said that you should pursue your "bliss" (hopes/dreams) the way a child does: be optimistic and don't dwell on the doubt/reasons why it might not work out.
In real life it's difficult to balance that with responsibilities, but I think Crystal's right about always making some steps towards your dream (but I use a week as my timeframe, not every day).
And I think you're right about years of failure leading to success. Steven King failed for a long time before reaching the best seller list. In The Secret History of Star Wars, George Lucas said that people see success but not the years of toiling and struggling before it.
I really love your honesty—the slow fading of dreams, the uphill climb, the doubts—it’s all so relatable. And the way you ended on a note of quiet hope really stayed with me. Thank you for putting these feelings into words so beautifully.
So much food for thought! Bravely expressed and explored. I've found that many illusions were dispelled in the pursuit of my dreams. Discovering the shadow of the systems (and people) involved. And finding out what mattered to me in the long run - which was different than at the start. All in all, it's been a worthy adventure with fierce companions.
I felt this so much.