What reminds you to chase your dreams?
As children, most of us had an innate curiosity and believed that one day we could be and do anything. Then somewhere along the way, some of us lost sight of those beliefs and dreams.
So now, sometimes we need reminders.
We may need to reflect on where we are – both personally and professionally. And think about what our lives could be like if we discovered more joy and satisfaction. If we still chased some dreams.
What reminds you to chase your dreams?
Twenty years ago, my family lived across the street from a little boy who would wander over anytime we were outside. We may have been mowing the grass, washing the car, cleaning the garage, or trying to fix something. Brice would show up quietly and stand there watching us, curious.
What are you doing? He would ask every time. And we would greet him and answer his question, which he quickly followed with a second one.
Why are you doing it?
We’d answer that question, too. But, his curiosity not satiated, he quickly followed it with a third question:
Do you like it?
My husband and I still randomly ask each other Brice’s three questions even now: What are you doing? Why are you doing it? Do you like it?
The questions cause me to pause a moment and be mindful of what I am doing.
So today I ask you the same.
Professionally – What are you doing? Why are you doing it? Do you like it?
Personally – What are you doing? Why are you doing it? Do you like it?
What’s important to you professionally? Are you involved in meaningful work? Do you know your purpose, or do you build it? When is it time to stop and recharge?
How about personally? What hobbies and interests are important to you? What makes you come alive and feel connected?
Within our professional and personal lives, we can find meaning and purpose in life. These areas enhance or detract from our joy and our health. That’s why it’s one of the spokes on the Wheel of Health.
What dreams do you need to chase?
How happy are you with your personal and professional development? What parts need to change? What should stay the same?
Is there a dream that you would like to recall from the past and pursue now? What stops you? What first steps could you take to restart pursuing that dream?
So it’s your turn.
What are you doing? Why are you doing it? Do you like it?
Comment below and tell us how this area impacts you and your overall health.
Welcome! I’m Amy, an integrative health coach, offering grace and space for a healthier you. This article is Step 25 in the “31 Steps to a Healthier You” series. You can access all posts in the series here. And I hope you’ll want to stick around for a while. If so, please subscribe at this link so you’ll get updates.
