“Dream lofty dreams, and as you dream, so shall you become. Your Vision is the promise of what you shall one day be. Your Ideal is the prophecy of what you shall at last prevail.” James Allen
Life is not intended to be a spectator sport; we are all on the playing field, we are all in the game: like it or not. Life is not a static snapshot but a personal movie, playing for an unknown length of time and with a largely unwritten script. Is your movie an action, comedy, romance, historical drama or a fantasy movie? Is the hero someone you respect, admire, and like? Are you enjoying the story? What do you think will or could happen next? How would you change the setting, the characters and the plot to make it better? Who is writing and directing your movie?
All movies begin with the germ of an idea, the outlines of a story, and probably a vision of the Oscar Ceremony! In the similar fashion most of us want to create a better life for ourselves, for our families and our community, and while not dwelling on the final act, most would like to leave a positive and a meaningful legacy. We are all flowing though time, heading toward an inevitable deadline with the key question unanswered – how are you improving the quality of your life and the lives of your fellow travelers? “We are limited, not by our abilities, but by our vision.”
What is your dream, your story and your vision? How can you create such a vivid picture of your path, your dreams and your future to ignites your passion, stimulates extraordinary action, and compels you to succeed?
What are the advantages of having a clear and a powerful vision of your future and your goals?
A great vision is an emotional hook, and it makes the impossible possible, the possible tangible, and the tangible achievable. A great vision makes it easier to work intensely, to go the extra distance, and to energize your entire life. A great vision unifies, focuses, and helps you to prioritize and select the most effective daily activity.
A great vision stimulates action to advance your cause, to reach the next milestone, and push through barriers and overcome challenges. A great vision is like a personal beacon, to keep you on course, on the right path, and on the move. A great vision will help you to minimize your fears, increase your self-esteem and self-confidence, and drive personal development. A great vision is a powerful motivational tool, an inspirational asset and an energy source, which will fuel your drive for success.
“Vision looks inward and becomes duty. Vision looks outward and becomes aspiration. Vision looks upward and becomes faith.” Stephen S. Wise
Writing and crafting your personal vision statement is a powerful exercise in developing your self-awareness, as you daydream, brainstorm, reflect, meditate and imagine a different future. Creating your vision also helps you to be realistic in addressing the physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual transitions you may have to make. And generating your vision represents fundamental change as it leads you to evaluate your values, your principles and your beliefs.
Creating your personal vision statement is the first step on your path to the life you imagine for yourself. Call Karen or Kevin to set-up an Exploratory Coaching Session where the focus will be your vision statement.
