Tuesday, August 12, 2008

Dreams Do Come True

You are never given a dream
without also being
given the power
to make it true.
You may have to work for it, however.”

Richard Bach

What comes to your mind as you read this quote? It gives me the security that I have the power within myself supporting me in taking the steps to reach my goal.

I once heard that success is in taking the steps not reaching your goal. Once a goal is reached most people take it for granted and start thinking what is next.

Pauline had an appointment with an exercise trainer and was very excited. She arrived at the gym ten minutes early and walked around watching the people exercise. All of a sudden fear popped its ugly head and her thoughts started telling her, “What makes you think you can exercise like that girl over there she has a great body and you are fat?”

Pauline almost walked out of the gym when her trainer walked over and introduced herself. Now she was stuck and had to stay. Terri, her trainer, took her to a secluded area and asked a bunch of questions. Slowly Pauline started to calm down.

Terri explained they were going to start slowly, make sure Pauline felt comfortable with the exercises and did not hurt herself. They started working together and as time went by Pauline had the power within herself to continue the program. Today she exercises five times a week and loves the way she looks.

What is your dream? Is it to lose weight, change your job, build your business or just feel good about yourself? Knowing you have been given the power to make your dream come true what small step can you take today to get started? Below are some small steps you can take:

• Take a walk.
• Surf the Internet and look for new job opportunities.
• Attend a Networking Meeting.
• Take time out of your busy day to take a mini-vacation. Spend 10 minutes a day doing something that makes you happy.
• Visit a gym in your area.
• Eat one healthy meal today and next week eat two healthy meals. Gradually add healthy meals until you are eating all healthy meals.

Lets us know what small steps you are taking and bragging about what is happening. I love hearing your successes and celebrating with you! On the other hand, let us know what challenges you are facing and together we will solve them.
Helen

4 comments:

Mark said...

Helen,
You are right, if we can dream it, we can achieve it. We must believe in ourselves and quit comparing ourselves to others.

NicciN said...

My dream is to be healthy, vibrant, and energetic. And I get that the trick is taking each step towards the goal. Thanks for this.

Helen Burton said...

Hi Mark:

It is good to hear from you. I agree we must believe in ourselves and take the steps to make it happen.

Helen Burton said...

Hi Yertle:

Love your dream. Taking the steps is the key to reaching your goal. Helen