Humans are always aiming for something. That’s because a sense of improvement can truly make us happier. Life isn’t about achieving something and enjoying happiness, but to keep growing along the way. Sometimes we have small targets, while others we may dream bigger. It can be running a half marathon, losing 10kg, launching a new business or implementing healthier habits. 

 

Once we find out what our big dream is, do you know what happens very often? People get paralyzed! Thinking about that big dream and all the steps to follow might feel overwhelming. Because we can’t see clearly what the next steps are, we feel stuck and unmotivated. 

 

I’ve heard things like: “I would love to take care of my body, but when I think of how many kilos I need to lose, I feel u demotivated.” or “I dream of having my own business, but I have no idea where to start. ” or, finally, “Running a half marathon would be so rewarding, but I can’t imagine myself running such a long distance. ”

 

Can you see what all those comments have in common? All of them are focused on the final target instead of thinking of the road they need to go through. It is tough to lose 10kg, but it’s totally possible. The secret is: break your big dream into milestones. 

 

It doesn’t matter what your dream is and how big it is. Break it into smaller targets, with a deadline to achieve each of them. I know it is demotivating to lose 10kg, but what if you challenge yourself to lose 1kg per month? When focusing on your monthly target, achieving your big dream seems much more attainable. And after achieving those small milestones (and celebrating each of them), our determination might persevere along the way.

 

People think that action depends on motivation, but it is normally when we take action that we start to feel motivated. That’s why leaving inertia is the most difficult part 

 

Regardless of what you want for your life, what’s the smallest step you can take to get closer to your big dream? When our mindset is organized in that way, we not only have more clarity on the path we must follow, but we can also keep motivated throughout the journey. 

 

Lastly, never forget to CELEBRATE each milestone that you’ve accomplished. It will enhance your self-confidence to keep moving forward. It will make you enjoy not only the moment you’ve achieved your big dream, but the whole journey that will take you there. Now that you know the secret to achieve your big dream, what’s your next step?