The abundance of blessings in my own story is evidence of true miracles. When you finally learn how to make the fine distinction between Chasing a Dream vs. Embracing a Dream, the shift can bring dramatic results.
For so much of my youth I imagined in glowing detail what I wanted in life. Yes, that was very different then as compared to now. Age has a funny way of changing a person’s perception on things I guess. Suffice it to say, I am enjoying the confidence that comes with advancing years. Life experiences brought me new dreams with a few of the old dreams still tagging along for the ride.
I am not certain at just what point I began to embrace my dreams rather than chase them, but oh, what a difference that shift made. We learn along our journey that life means to give us all that we dream it can. What a joy it is to allow that to come to us freely, lovingly and joyfully!
So many years were spent painstakingly working and striving to reach goals that all too often seemed just beyond reach. Saving money was difficult as it seemed to always be needed to patch some hole in my symbolic leaky boat of life. Bad decisions were lamented over for far too long, keeping the path of abundance blurred and hidden from view. It was there the whole time, yet I literally couldn’t see the forest for the trees. Too busy running, chasing something I had convinced myself was elusive. Too busy being fearful that my dreams could never be reached. Occasionally it even seemed such dreams might be undeserved. How much time did I spend comparing my dreams to those of others rather than just living my own?
Do you have a sense of how satisfying a dream can be? As I dream of a world without suffering, a drive to work without traffic, or more money in my bank account then I realize these dreams are entirely possible. Remind yourself of that whenever it may seem unlikely. Know this, they are NOT impossible. The sooner you begin to embrace the dreams you do realize, the more you will dare to embrace all your dreams rather then simply chase after them. More and more, you will undoubtedly find the path to realizing your dreams may be even more possible than you first dreamed.
In closing, This is Decidedly Debra and I say…Dare to Dream and embrace it!