We all have dreams. Dreams make us appreciate existence and strive for more. Once we achieve certain dreams, they become reality, they become like every other day, they lose their magic. We start to chase new dreams — we need to chase new dreams over and over again. We need to have goals in life, to move forward and to have something valuable to strive toward.
What do you do to make your dreams reality? There is no overnight success, you have to work hard and be disciplined. Step-by-step, you will reach your dreams if you really want to. These 8 little habits will help you with the chase, taking you one step closer, day by day.
1. Set goals
Dreams are dreams, but to make them real you need tangible goals. Set up goals and stick to them. These don’t have to be revolutionary or game-changing goals, even small goals help you to get closer to your final dream. Let them be milestones you need to accomplish over a certain time. Once you do accomplish a goal, set a new one until your mission is complete and you start to chase a new dream.
2. Take action every day
Whatever your dream might be, act on it every day. If your dream is to be a professional football player, then practice every day. If you want to be a guitarist, play every day. If you want to be a writer, you should write every day. All dreams demand passion and hard work. You will gradually get better and better at what you do, and you will come closer to your dream without even realizing it.
3. Schedule time to focus
Block time for your dreams and goals. Don’t let others steal this scheduled time — protect it. Set it aside and use it to meet your goals and work on your dreams. You need focus and discipline — every time you get distracted, you fall behind and have to start over. Practice extreme focus during this time. Turn off all other distractions.
4. Read and listen
Read books, blogs, and articles. Listen to podcasts and interviews. Try to read or listen to something valuable each morning while you eat breakfast or work out. Preferably, read success stories about others who achieved similar dreams to yours. You will gain crucial knowledge and the stories will motivate you every day and help you think positively. You can get started with a simple Google search.
5. Network at every opportunity
Go to networking events or just parties and dinners with friends. Take every chance you get to learn from others and build a network. Be open to new people and always help others, even if you don’t have any direct benefits from it for the moment. A strong network is key, no matter what you want to achieve in life. Your help will be remembered and doors can open — you never know who has what kind of power in making things happen. Perhaps it will benefit your dream in the long run.
6. Review your strategy and progress
Keep evaluating your strategy and progress of your goals. Maybe you need to pivot and adjust the goals? Maybe you need different goals? Are you getting the expected results? Keep evaluating what you do and amend if needed. Keeping track of success and how you achieved it is valuable information to have in order to know what works well and what doesn’t. You will learn from your mistakes and they will help you develop. Evaluating your methods is necessary so you know if you’re on the right track or not.
7. Exercise for 30 minutes a day
Take care of your body and soul. To keep the mind in shape and be productive, creative, and motivated, you need to stay healthy. Try to exercise at least 30 minutes per day — it will do miracles for your motivation and mind.
8. Celebrate each milestone
When you reach milestones and goals, celebrate and praise yourself. You have accomplished goals and you should be rewarded for it. Don’t forget to have fun and celebrate success along the way. This will motivate you and you will feel that you are moving forward and closer to your dream. Make sure these celebrations are appealing to you. Perhaps you might buy yourself a small gift or treat yourself to an indulgent dinner with friends — whatever keeps you motivated.
Have these little habits in mind and you will get closer to your dreams each day!
