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Now that you have created your vision, you know what it will feel like to be there. That feeling ― that vibration ― is your landmark, the“ X” that marks the spot where you are headed. Since you now know what it feels like to be inside your ideal life, you can more easily navigate the ground between here and there. Instead of uncharted territory, your journey into your vision will feel like going home to your favorite stomping ground.
Put Your Vision Into Play
Once you have fully embraced your vision ― once you’ ve seen it, felt it, heard it, smelled it, and touched it until it is as solid to you as your current reality ― you can start to formulate a plan to create it.
If you just said,“ Oh, boy!” you’ re not alone! Many of us start out with a big vision ― one that feels far away, even impossible, at first. However, whether you are able to create your vision depends much more on the quality of your planning than the size and scope of your dreams! It’ s helpful to break down your plan into small steps, choices, and behaviors that feel attainable and empowering. Remember, even seemingly insignificant choices will still move you closer toward your dream life, and the“ you” who wants and needs to be present there.
So, ask yourself,“ Where are the gaps between my current life and my ideal life?” Pay attention not only to gaps in physical possessions, but the differences between your current emotional, spiritual, and mental state and the emotional, spiritual, and mental state of the you who inhabits your ideal life. Then, ask yourself:“ What are the exact steps I need to take to get to where I want to be, and in what order do I need to take them?”
For example: if you want to start your own business, your main action steps might look something like this:
1. Write a business plan 2. Tune in to my expertise 3. Work through my fear of failure 4. Find my niche
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