A Simple Plan for Your Dreams

In our very full lives we spend so much time doing what we have to do, that rarely is there time "left over" for our dreams. If you want to end this year right, begin to plan for next year.

I'm not encouraging you to map out your days and hours or obsess about strategy. But I am suggesting that you carve out one hour of DreamTime for yourself. If you like this process, you can then do another round with your spouse and family. But let’s begin with you. After all, once you connect with your passion -- what you love -- you’ll have more energy (and perhaps even time) for the people you love.

Making time for your dreams is not selfish. Since people with passion and dreams actually live longer, healthier lives, it’s actually an act of generosity to make time for dreams that make you happy.

For most of us, the critical first step is to quit something. Do a quick survey of your life and dump at least one activity, group, or bad habit that drains you. If you don’t have to do it and don’t want to do it, perhaps it's time to say bye-bye. If you can’t make that leap yet, you can still move ahead. Perhaps going through this simple process will fuel your desire to make time for your new or important dreams.