Whatever you want to do, the chance is high that it seems overwhelming in the beginning. So,
this is where the small simple steps get important.
Starting with something is not always easy. Especially starting with something new.
Because this often means that you step into the unknown or even that you have to leave your
comfort zone. But in fact, stepping out of the comfort zone and making new experiences let
you grow as a human being and help you to find what fulfills you with joy. Change is the
mother of development.
When you have a dream, you should pursue it, no matter what. I mean, nobody says it
will be easy - BUT it is possible. And knowing where to start can help you a lot! That’s why
I would like you to read carefully. Because the following words can literally change your
life!
What I always do when I have an idea or a project is, to grab a pen and a piece of
paper and write down all the things that come to my mind about it.
Let’s use an example: A goal of mine is to go to Antarctica.
Obviously, I
can’t just drive there. Which means I have to do a lot more planning. Unfortunately, this is
the point where some people would already give up.
But giving up is not an option -
Instead, I take notes and think about:
- What are the things that I need?
- How do
I even get to Antarctica?
- Is there anyone I know who would like to join me on this
adventure?
Small simple steps could be:
- Research about
different ways how to get there.
- Ask some of my friends if they
would be interested to join.
- Posting something on Instagram and
maybe find anyone who wants to come along.
Another important question could
be:
- How much money do I have to save up for this trip?
I know that a
cruise to Antarctica costs around 10’000 euros. If you can’t spend that much money on such
an adventure right now, you may also want to write down simple steps for saving it.
For
instance, learn a new skill that helps you to earn that extra money. Or set up a saving
account on which you will automatically transfer a certain percentage from your income every
month.
If you manage to put aside 300 euros every month, you will have saved up enough in 3
years, so you can take that trip to the white continent.
Achieving goals all comes down to how well you can plan them and in which small simple
steps you can break them down.
Every little step you can do today, even if it’s just
researching what time of the year is the best to visit Antarctica, will eventually take you
closer to accomplish this dream. Imagine you break down your goal in so many steps, that
every day you can do something. This will not just motivate you as hell, but will also get
you there in no time! It is all about to get started!
One step a day keeps regrets away! :)
Autor: Joel Eggimann // Editor: Tracy Ray
