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If you catch yourself daydreaming during the workday, you’re not alone. We all think about following our dreams sometimes. But how do you know if you should actually go for it?
Maybe you want to finally travel the world. Or you can’t stop thinking about starting your own business. Whatever your dream is, the idea of actually following that dream can be terrifying. Instead of doing what you really want, you may feel like you need to meet the expectations of others.
However, connecting with your true self is more than worth it. Studies show that living as your authentic self can help you find more meaning in life, among other benefits. People who refuse to follow their dreams for fear of what others think are missing out on life.
Research has clearly shown that people are far more likely to regret what they didn’t do, than what they did. We tend to think that if we push down or ignore our dreams, they’ll go away. The truth? At the end of your life, you’re almost sure to wonder why you never followed your dreams.
The good news is that you can still go for it. It might be scary, but if you believe in yourself, you’re unstoppable. Plus, the benefits of following your dreams far outweigh the cons.
Here are ten reasons you should face your fears and start following your dreams.
You need a lot of courage to build a happy life. We often focus on the reasons not to do something, so we must train ourselves to focus on the positive.
If you need help finding the courage to follow your dreams, reach out for support. Having an objective outsider can help you set clear goals and stay accountable to yourself. Once you have a plan, there’s no telling what you can accomplish.
You might feel like you’re stuck in a rut. Inertia sets in, and you resign to staying where you are. Don’t let that happen.
Here’s how you can start making progress toward your dreams.
Describe your ideal for every aspect of your daily life. This will motivate you to work towards following your dreams.
Many things can pull you off track when you’re pursuing your dreams. Watch out for these pitfalls.
There’s no shortage of inspiration out there. Here are some of our favorite quotes about following your dreams.
Everyone in your life will have an opinion about your dreams. Some will offer valuable advice while others will try to stop you. Only one person’s opinion matters: yours. Keep this in mind as you start following your dreams.
Take the first step towards pursuing your dreams by investing in yourself. BetterUp can help you get clarity and gain the skills you need to achieve your goals.
Make meaningful changes and become the best version of yourself. BetterUp's professional Coaches are here to support your personal growth journey.
Make meaningful changes and become the best version of yourself. BetterUp's professional Coaches are here to support your personal growth journey.
Elizabeth Perry is a Coach Community Manager at BetterUp. She uses strategic engagement strategies to cultivate a learning community across a global network of Coaches through in-person and virtual experiences, technology-enabled platforms, and strategic coaching industry partnerships.
With over 3 years of coaching experience and a certification in transformative leadership and life coaching from Sofia University, Elizabeth leverages transpersonal psychology expertise to help coaches and clients gain awareness of their behavioral and thought patterns, discover their purpose and passions, and elevate their potential. She is a lifelong student of psychology, personal growth, and human potential as well as an ICF-certified ACC transpersonal life and leadership Coach.
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