The Good: The Dreamer Giver and Dreamer
Reflections on Bruce Wilkinson's The Dream Giver, begun on a trip to Denver.
By Dr. T. · From the LodeStar blog archive. Original publication date not recorded.
On my way to Denver last weekend, I started reading Bruce Wilkinson's parable "The Dream Giver". The protagonist, "Ordinary" decides one day to leave his Usual Job and the place called Familiar where Nobodies live in order to pursue becoming Somebody.
As I was reflecting on my experiences and the ideas I read in the book, I was thinking how Everybodies need reminding that they can pursue their big Dream that they have, over time, dismissed.
Listening to all the bleak financial news everyday we might all be inclined to cling to our Usual Jobs and life expectations as they are our comfort zones. In the Land of Familiar the Nobodies only move toward growth if they were forced out of their comfort zone by disaster. But we can be like Ordinary who was empowered by Choice and self motivation.
We all can become a dreamer and achieve our own dreams. We can start doing what we always wanted to do with passion or do what we are currently doing well until the time is right to move to the next level. We don't have to listen to news and negative people about how things are going to get worse and become mired in the message of apathy and defeat. We have Choice.
Here are a few practical and quick steps to make sure you are on the right path to your big dream:
- Wake up to your Dream. Realize what it is that you want to do.
- Know where you are with respect to your Dream. Keep a journal and write it down where you are so you know later how far you traveled.
- Realize what is missing. Identify what is stopping you from reaching your goal.
- Invest in yourself - step back and look at the big picture. You are worth it. Devote some time everyday to refocus on your goal(s). Improve your skills.
- Evaluate your progress periodically- remind yourself about your dream and where you were when you started. Make necessary adjustments.
- Celebrate small wins along the way.
Wishing you a truly prosperous New Year!
Dr. T.