Dream Maker: Are You One ?
"The dream comes through much effort."- Ecclesiastes
This is part two in a four-part series about being a Dream Maker.
Dream making is hard work! It requires a great deal of investment in order to make what is in your heart and what you can vividly see in your mind, a reality.
Dreams are realized when the dream maker does what is required.
We live in a time where if you look on TV, Facebook or Instagram you see all these images that highlight the good parts of a person’s life. But rarely do we see the struggle. When I first started wordsbytara.com I stumbled upon a web series entitled Black, Married & Hustling that offered a glimpse into the ups and downs of being a dream maker. The creator of the series, LC Johnson, each week took us behind the scenes as she followed her dreams of building a business. LC bravely showed us some of the not so pretty sides of being a dream maker. This series became the inspiration for my own podcast, where I shared my journey towards becoming a successful, self-employed writer.
So, are you a Dream Maker? Are you a person who is about making her dreams a reality? And if you are not, there is nothing that is stopping you from becoming one (other than yourself). Here are some of the characteristics that a Dream Maker possesses.
DREAM MAKERS ARE...
Committed. They do not waver in their dream no matter the challenges or obstacles. Dream makers are always focused on the bigger picture. They don't quit or abandon their dreams.
Purpose Seekers. They understand their dream is a direct reflection of their life’s purpose. Dream maker know there is a purpose for their lives and seek to live it out.
Faith Walkers. They have faith in themselves and in God. Dream makers don’t have all the answers but know the answers they need will be provided for them.
Fear Conquers. They recognize fear, embrace it and move forward in spite of it. Fear does not rule in the life of a dream maker.
Risk Takers. They step outside their comfort zone as a daily practice. Dream makers understand in order to get to where they want to go, they have do things they may never have done before.
Servers. They understand their dream is bigger than themselves. Dream makers recognize the dreams they hold are about serving others and making a difference in the lives of people.
Authentic. They show up in the world as themselves. Dream makers don’t try to be anyone other than who they are. The beautiful and flawed parts of who they are is honored and reflected in their dreams.
Time Managers. Time is seen as a precious commodity. They understand that every day is a gift and is not wasted on things that take them away from their dreams.
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If you want to become a dream maker, but haven’t been able to get clear about your purpose/dreams, check out my e-workbook. It will take you through some simple exercises to help you discover or confirm your dreams/purpose. You will also create a mini-plan that will get you started on the path to becoming a dream maker.