Do you remember the line from Pretty Woman “welcome to Hollywood! What’s your dream?”  

When I think back to around the time the movie came out, in 1990, I dared to dream - well more than I do now.

With optimism or naivety of youth, I would go for it without a second thought.

What happened?  

As we get older fear creeps in, fear of failure, fear of judgment and a loss of self confidence.  We make ourselves busy with commitments, responsibilities & obligations we ‘should’ ourselves into inaction.

Every morning this month I have been asking myself - what can I do differently?  One of the first things that springs to mind is ‘what I want’…..the rest can wait quite frankly.  

When was the last time you actually thought about your dreams and what you really want in life and for your future.

Making ourselves a priority can be difficult for women.

There does not need to be a reason.

In the same way champagne makes the occasion.

There does not need to be any guilt.

These are the stories we tell ourselves and we need to let them go.  They are emotions that are not helpful.

What if you acted out on a dream,  what you really want for yourself and the beautiful souls in your life.  What would a day, an hour be like if you focused it like that?   

Think of it like the script before a plane takes off.  In the unlikely event of an emergency put your oxygen mask on first.  Same idea, helping yourself first sets you up to be happier, kinder, calmer……the list goes on.

Rather than getting on a aero plane here is what you can do.

Start the day by saying hello to yourself. This can be in your head or out loud.

You could then ask yourself - what would I like to do today?

The brain will jump in pretty quickly here with a list of shoulds.

What you can do here is write them down or make a mental file of

B for bin

How urgent/essential is it?

Can I get someone else to do it?

In minutes you have created the time and space for you.

So what is your dream?  It could be for the day or longer?

Write it down.

Now this could be when all the reason why you can’t do it rise up.  Notice what they are.  Were they the same as the 'shoulds’ you fill your day with?  

We tend to have about 4 or 5 internal comments on repeat which stop us from moving forward.  they may have once been useful but scrutinize them.  How are they helping you now?

Again you could write them down.  Tear them up, throw them away.  Let them go.  

These simple steps take minutes & make a different.

Back to you…. 

…….what’s your dream?  

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1. What is the main message of the blog post?

The main message of the blog post is to encourage readers to prioritize their dreams and desires. It challenges the societal pressure to constantly be busy and productive, emphasizing the importance of self-care and personal fulfillment.

2. What is Rebecca’s call to action?

Rebecca  encourages readers to reflect on their dreams, identify their "shoulds," and take steps to prioritize their desires.The ultimate call to action is to start small by incorporating self-care practices into daily routines.

3. What are the key points discussed in the blog post?

The blog post discusses the decline in dreaming as we age, the impact of societal pressures, the importance of self-care,and practical steps to reconnect with personal desires.

4. What emotions does the blog post evoke?

The blog post evokes a mix of emotions, including nostalgia, frustration, and hope. It resonates with the reader's desire for personal fulfillment and encourages a shift in perspective.

5. How does the blog post relate to the movie "Pretty Woman"?

The reference to "Pretty Woman" serves as a nostalgic touchstone, highlighting the contrast between youthful optimism and the self-doubt that can creep in over time. It sets the stage for the exploration of personal dreams and aspirations.