Rediscover The Art of Living The Life of Your Dreams

What if We’ve Forgotten How to Dream?

On New Year’s Eve, while walking with my son, I told him how important it is to me to be able—physically, emotionally, energetically, and spiritually—to live the life of my dreams. Not someday, not in some far-off future, but in the life I’m already living. Because here’s the thing: the life of our dreams doesn’t start "then"—it starts now, with the conscious choices we make every day.

I want to be clear: I’m not talking about your dream life. I’m talking about the life of your dreams. There’s a subtle but important distinction here. Don’t miss it. Take a moment to consider what that distinction means for you. There may be some overlap, but you might also feel that sublime difference—and it just might inspire you.

But here’s the hard truth: somewhere along the way, many of us stopped dreaming. Life didn’t go as planned. Honestly, I don’t know many people whose lives went exactly as planned. The dreams we once held don’t seem possible anymore, and little by little, we stopped not just believing in them, but we stopped dreaming altogether.

It’s not that we don’t care—it’s that dreaming starts to feel like a risk. Subconsciously, we may associate dreaming with things not working out the way we hoped.

But it’s more than that, isn’t it? Sometimes, we stop dreaming because life has become routine. We get bored. Uninspired. Stuck in a loop of doing what’s familiar and “safe.” When we stop being curious about what’s possible, we lose touch with what makes us feel alive.

This is why revisiting the idea of living the life of your dreams matters. It’s not just about risk—it’s about reconnecting with inspiration, breaking free from monotony, and remembering that life is meant to be expansive, exciting, and deeply fulfilling.

Dreaming Isn’t What It Used to Be

Dreaming has become something we think is reserved for kids or fairy tales. As adults, we’re told to focus on goals—rigid, measurable, and often uninspiring. But here’s the truth: goals are not dreams.

Unmet goals are no different from unmet dreams—they’re just milestones on the journey. And what if something much bigger than the goal we set is actually possible? What if life is holding infinite possibilities for us, waiting for us to say yes? Being open to those possibilities is the most expansive choice we can make.

Dreams aren’t about limitations; they’re about possibilities. They’re about allowing ourselves to want more—not because we’re dissatisfied with what we have, but because we’re alive.

Maybe we stop dreaming because life hasn’t worked out the way we thought it would. Or maybe we’ve convinced ourselves that dreaming is childish or unrealistic.

But here’s the thing: living the life of your dreams doesn’t have to mean perfection. It doesn’t have to mean a picture-perfect life. It could mean something as simple and profound as a treehouse in the woods, a tiny home by the sea, or the freedom to spend more time doing what you love.

This year, I’m not writing resolutions. I’m asking myself one question:
What do I want to create in 2025?

I’m not trying to fix what’s wrong. I’m looking at the life I already love and asking:
What can I add, expand, or deepen to live even more fully—with clarity, purpose, and intention?

Practical Ways to Rekindle Your Dreams

Dreams don’t come with instructions, but they do come with inspiration. If you’re ready to let go of resolutions and rediscover how to dream, here are some steps to get started:

• Get Curious:
  What does the life of your dreams feel like? Not what it looks like, but what it feels like.
  Journal Prompt: What excites me? What lights me up?
  Don’t overthink it—let the answers flow, no matter how wild or simple they may seem.

• Set Intentions, Not Resolutions:
  Resolutions are about fixing something. Intentions are about creating something. Think of them as your guiding star. Ask yourself:
  What small step can I take today to align with my dream life?

• Dream Big and Small:
  Your dreams don’t have to be grandiose. Maybe it’s more time in nature or creating a cozy sacred space at home. Dreams come in all sizes and shapes, and every single one is valid.

• Say Yes to Growth:
  Growth often looks like discomfort in disguise. Say yes to the leap, even if it feels messy or imperfect. (Like when a 19-year-old client asked me to be his "Grandma Guru." Life’s twists are often the best teachers.)

The Dream Starts Now

The life of your dreams isn’t a someday thing. It’s this moment. It’s the way you nourish your body, connect with your spirit, and show up for yourself every day. It’s choosing to take small, intentional steps that align with the life you want to create—not because something’s missing, but because so much is possible.

Call to Action

This year, let’s forget about resolutions and remember how to dream.

What do you want to create in 2025?

Take a moment to reflect. Write it down. Say it out loud. And if you’re feeling bold, share it with me—I’d love to know.

Let’s dream together and make this year the most intentional, expansive, and inspiring one yet.