Achieving Dreams and Reaching Goals
It’s sometimes hard to conceive of how to get from where you are to where you want to be. Understanding that process is a journey but this will give you a start in the right direction.
Taking the next step…
It’s hard knowing how to get from where you are to where you want to be. You might simply be considering the next step, trying to overcome an obstacle, or longing to reach a deeply desired goal. This seemingly simple task carries the burden of discovery and success.
“How do I get there? How do I bridge my desires with my reality?”
Obviously, the answer to that is different for each individual. We all have unique goals, strengths, aspirations. We all have a puzzle of our own to make sense of. Certainly this completed image will ultimately be nothing less than our best expression of ourselves.
I’ll start by telling you where I began. I’ll tell you that no journey worth making will be an easy one. Despite our socialized tendencies, “easy” is not “better”.
I’ll tell you that the whole is greater than the sum of it’s parts. No matter how many set backs, obstacles, dead ends you may hit, it does not devalue the quality of your journey.
“No group moves en masse to a predetermined goal. There are advances and retreats, brilliant victories and stunning defeats. The battle goes on for decades against rain and fire and storm and hate. There are mountains to climb and rivers
to cross…” Lerone Bennett, Jr. Prologue (1965)
I’ll tell you that the strongest institutions are not built by masterminds, they are built by people who surround themselves with a wealth of talent and skills.
And most importantly, a very subtle distinction between 2 small words: “can” and “will”. “Sure, I can take care of that for you.” Most of us say this without ever giving it a second thought. But clearly, what you can do and what you will do are very different things. In order to take steps toward your ultimate goal, you do what you can. In order to achieve your ultimate goal, you do what you will. Once your will has become a part of your language, your behavior, and everything you desire, then you will…
Will what? You will whatever you desire.
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Post CommentOYO
On October 15, 2007 at 9:25 am
I liked it. The writer had me intrigued & wanting to learn more about how he/she acchieved his/her own goals!
yolanda
On October 15, 2007 at 9:31 am
WOW…..I have not read such a passionate piece in a while unless is was in a novel. Keep writting with a purpose and passion and you will exceed you wildest imagination. I will await the next journey……….
MEEKOMOUSE
On October 15, 2007 at 4:58 pm
Very strong and meaningful. You hooked me with the title……
ddre griffin
On October 15, 2007 at 8:28 pm
very very nice i actually wanted to hear more . i guess i ll have to wait for the next one
Venz
On October 16, 2007 at 12:59 am
I loved it. Please give me more…Can you? Will you?
Uttie
On October 16, 2007 at 9:21 pm
Your testament is heard through your wise words! It is obvious that you are one who has “willed” herself into a place of personal success and your road was not an easy one. In a matter of fact it’s endless.
Basically, I’m saying that your advice is trustworthy and your direction on right on track!
Uttie
On October 16, 2007 at 9:23 pm
I really liked the part “No matter how many set backs, obstacles, dead ends you may hit, it does not devalue the quality of your journey.” It is easy to believe the value diminishes however as the road get tougher, the rewards become sweeter. Tenacity and perserverance are essential.
Excellent writing: thought provoking – action inspiring – informative.
V
On October 17, 2007 at 6:49 pm
I’m feeling this article very true!
paula
On October 19, 2007 at 9:59 pm
Great work kiddo
TB
On October 22, 2007 at 10:26 pm
I like it. It struck a cord. Very inspirational and real.