In today’s world, where everyone’s running — chasing careers, goals, status, and success. And somewhere in that rush, we forget to stop and think about the small, personal dreams we carry deep down. You know, not every dream is about making money or achieving something huge professionally.

Some dreams are just about being happy. Some are about love, peace, comfort — even the little joys we quietly wish for but rarely talk about. Mental peace, small emotional expectations, or just wanting to feel accepted — they matter too. Image Credit: Christina Chauskin from Unsplash

But I’ve realized something lately — when you try to talk about these kinds of dreams, it almost feels like you’re being judged. Like you’re asking for too much, or being self-centered. It's strange how something so deeply human has become something people see as weak or immature.

We all think about these dreams silently. We carry them in our hearts. But we don’t speak about them.

Maybe because we’re scared. Scared of being misunderstood, or laughed at because I think in this era of competitive world people doesn't wish peace and happiness for each other, everyone has become so competitive that they can't see other person growing. Therefore, everybody just tend to keep all it to themselves and enjoy it secretly or I should say personally. We are actually scared of being told, “That’s not realistic,” or “You’re just overthinking.”

But maybe… just maybe, sharing them is the first small step toward making them real.

So I’ll go first.

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This is just about a girl — me — someone who’s always thought a little differently. My views, my way of seeing things, have often clashed even with the people closest to me. Maybe that’s why I’ve always wanted a life where I could just be myself. Where things were shaped around what I believe in, not what everyone else expects.

I’m not fully there yet. I still don’t live completely on my own terms. And yes, it’s frustrating sometimes.

But I don’t think that should make me feel defeated. If anything, it gives me more reason to keep going — to keep working toward that life. I’ll wait. I’ll push. I’ll keep trying until the day arrives.

Still, there are days when I stop and wonder:Are my dreams even valid?Am I too lost in my own head?Is this really what I should be aiming for?

And yet… I never stop dreaming.

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I still dream of a life that feels completely mine. A life filled with happiness, love, understanding — not just from others, but for myself too. A life where I don’t have to explain why something makes me happy. Where my family doesn’t need society’s approval to accept my choices.

And yeah, I know life isn’t perfect. I know problems are part of the deal. But I’ve come to believe something deeply:

If life doesn’t go the way I planned, maybe it’s just God redirecting me in a better way.

And that thought? It’s what keeps me grounded. It’s why I’m ready to face the mess, the noise, the setbacks — all of it.

Because no matter what happens, I’m going to fight for this dream.On my own terms.My own way.

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Here’s something else I’ve learned: Dreaming shouldn’t be a choice. It should be the only option.

Why?

Because when the world is constantly trying to dim your light — when everything around you is more discouraging than uplifting — your dreams are the only thing that help you hold on. They remind you of who you are. They give you a reason to stand tall when everything else is pulling you down. They make you just a little stronger every time.

Some people might say it’s foolish to dream big when the world is hard. But I think it’s brave. Choosing to dream, even when reality feels heavy — that’s real strength.

That’s how you survive. That’s how you grow.

And honestly, I love the unexpected. I love turning “you can’t do it” into “I did it.” I love proving that even if something seems impossible at first, it doesn’t mean I shouldn’t try. Because I’ve always believed:

Dreaming is the first step to making something real.

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People often look at dreams from far away and call them fragile. But the truth is, when you get closer, you realize they were just untested. Maybe even stronger than you thought. Maybe the dreams that feel breakable today… will become unbreakable tomorrow.

And that’s why I keep holding on. Even when things feel shaky, even when it’s hard to explain what I want — I hold on. Because it’s in that holding on, in that not giving up, that we slowly turn the impossible into the possible.

So if you ever feel like quitting — like you’re tired of trying — I hope you’ll remember this:

What feels impossible today might be your truth tomorrow.What feels silly or selfish right now might be the thing that saves you later.

And like Walt Disney once said:“All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them.”

So here’s what I’d leave you with:

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Dreaming of something uncommon isn’t wrong. It might just be something the world hasn’t seen before.

And maybe, you’re the one who’s supposed to show them.