Everybody has a dream in their heart. They stem from our unique gifts, which are part of our higher purpose here on this earth to share with the world. When the life we're living is not in alignment with this calling, it can result in feeling less than happy and fulfilled.
But it's not always easy to muster up the courage to go after your dreams and break status quo. What if you fall short? Where do you even begin? And those who do find the strength to go for it sometimes give up too soon upon realizing it's more difficult than they imagined. Things aren't happening as fast as they "should."
I'm here to tell you: Don't give up on your daydream! What that little voice inside is telling you and the direction your heartstrings are pulling you is some not-so-subtle guidance on how to live your life with intent and purpose. If you want to be ridiculously happy, you have to follow the calling and live and breathe your truth.
But how? It takes time, persistence, flexibility, focus, energy, and a darn good sense of humor doesn't hurt, either. As an unconventional seven-figure CEO that runs multiple business ventures, I have fallen flat on my face plenty of time. And, yeah, I've even felt like throwing in the towel a time or two. It sucks when the universe punches you in the gut. But, it happens to the best of us. And, there is usual a pretty major lesson and opportunity for growth within... if you stay open to it. In these instances along my journey, I got up, brushed myself off, and kept trying. And, in the process, I learned a thing (or seven) about what really limits our success and learned how to overcome these blocks. They're not what you typically hear about or learn in business school, either. While business savvy is important, these truths touch more on the spiritual side. They can help elevate your success to a whole new level.
How to Overcome the 7 Biggest Blocks to Success
- Don't stop believing. Not believing in yourself and your vision will kill your dreams faster than you can say "hold on to that feeling." (That's a Journey reference for you young folks reading this!) Belief is the cornerstone of every successful person's repertoire. When you don't believe in yourself, other people energetically pick up on it, as will the universe. You attract more of the energy you put out, so you don't want to be putting out a lot of self-doubt and other negative and low-vibe thoughts. Self-love and confidence, on the other hand, are very high-vibe and will resonate with the universe in a way that allows you to more easily bring your vision to life. Many people start out with a strong belief but allow it to wane when the going gets tough. In trying times, it is important to always go back to the "why" behind what you're doing. What impact do you want to have in the world and on your life? How do you want to feel as you go about your day? Are you more focused on the cause or the applause. Reconnecting with these pure intentions will help you stay connected to your dreams and vision in a positive way.
Of course, business savvy is always a plus when it comes to turning your dreams into reality. You need to bring a unique offering to the table or have the ability to solve problems and a strategic business plan that covers all the business nuts and bolts. But, there is so much more beyond the physical world that also plays a major role. When you combine both the practical and the metaphysical, you become a powerful creative force to be reckoned with, you dream-chaser you! Now go make some magic happen. xo
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