The Power of a Dream

The Power of a Dream
(Personal Reflection)

I am back to reading Maxwell again, and in his new book "Dare to Dream ...then do it..",I came across this simple yet thought-provoking part when he questions readers on the differences between a 'daring dream' and a 'daydream


Daring Dream vs Day Dream
- relies on discipline vs - relies on luck
- focuses on the journey vs - focuses on the destination
- cultivates healthy discontent vs - cultivates unhealthy expectations
- maximises the value of hard work vs - minimizes the value of hard work
- leads to action vs - leads to excuses
- creates momentum vs - creates inertia
- breeds teamwork vs - breeds isolation
- initiates vs - waits
- embraces risks as possibilities vs - avoids all risks
- makes one responsible vs - holds others responsible

Great dreams are those which inspire and move you forward. It keeps you going, and fuels your passion. The very thought of it makes you feel alive.

Daydreams are just wishful thinking of 'if only...or what if...'

Hmmm...There is not one among us who do not have dreams. We all want the good things in life, we want things that make us feel happy.

Some of us want the tangible things in life....money, career, certain objects of desire...while there are others who want those that money cannot buy...things of intrinsic value...

My take is this...if you really believe in this dream, then you must take the right action to turn your dreams into reality. You must take ownership of this dream, and then work hard. You must be committed to your goals, and not give up.

My dear kids, I have a dream
A dream that all of you will do well in the exams.
Will you join me in making this dream a reality?


A Prayer for today,
God, grant me the sense of compassion and empathy as I begin marking my papers today. While I may wonder and be taken aback at the kinds of answers I read, always remind me that some of these kids were under a lot of stress, and perhaps could not think clearly. Oh,...keep intact my sense of humour, so that I will not wonder how on earth they have come up with such responses to the question.