Can Childhood Dreams Come True?
When I was a kid, I thought writing a book sounded cool.
As I’ve continued on my career journey, I’ve had mentors and peers recommend that I write a book to share coaching tools and concepts I’ve been learning about for almost 3 decades and sharing with clients for the last 15 years.
The feat seemed overwhelming for a variety of reasons. One was that I felt like the most useful book I could write would include very personal stories.
And, being so open felt very vulnerable.
How to Make Your Dreams–from Childhood or Now–Happen…
I faced my fears; choosing to diminish my concerns that it wouldn’t work and instead embrace the exhilarating possibility that in fact, it would work!
So yes, I used many of my own coaching tools to write a chapter of a book that has now made me a best selling author on Amazon!
If I were to simplify the process that led me to realize this dream (or close to it), it’s all about creating a vision, setting an intention, taking small steps toward your dreams, and trusting in the process of life.
The vision provided inspiration to pull me forward, my intention channeled my energy in the direction needed, small steps kept my negative self talk at bay, and trusting helped me allow solutions to arise that I could have never imagined.
Breaking Down the Process…
So, I planted a seed for my vision and intention while remaining open to possibilities. That is when the magical process began. A few years ago, I received a random email about a book writing contest from a relationship coach I met through networking. I wrote a book proposal and entered the contest, but I didn’t win first prize. Instead, I won a 6 month coaching program and 1 week writing retreat to write my book.
I participated in the program and retreat, meeting amazing people plus I outlined my book. At the retreat, I realized the “real” book I needed to write would be much more personal than providing tips and tools to create a life and career you love. And then, there was a global pandemic. So, of course, there are challenges along the way and our journeys are never perfect. Writing a book was put on hold.
More recently, I received an email from a publisher inviting authors and potential authors to be part of an anthology about inspiring turning point moments. I knew this would be an opportunity to take one SMALL step toward my dream. So, I began my writing process.
Results Better Than I Could Have Imagined!
We published the book in June and it ended up on Amazon’s best selling list in a variety of categories.
I know this isn’t a full book and I’m ok with this progress. It’s given me the opportunity to build confidence, get familiar with the writing/editing process, and to get more excited about moving forward with a full book.
So, what is a dream you can follow through on? Please tell me in the comments below. Claiming it can be powerful! Just start with a vision and remember, it’s a series of small steps that will help you realize it.
Purchase the book here: Turning Point Moments: True Inspirational Stories About Creating a Life That Works for You!
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