Don't Expect Others To Live Your Dreams

Posted on March 9th, 2010

Do you have a habit of telling others how they should be living their lives?

You may have insisted that your child study medicine even though his interest may be in the arts.  And your motivation for doing so?  To fulfill your long cherished dream of becoming a doctor.  Since you have not been able to achieve your dream and that, given your current circumstances,  you feel that you no longer stand a chance, you just want your child to accomplish this dream.

You may be dead against your spouse’s decision to switch from being a salaried employee to an entrepreneur.  Your argument is why rock the boat when he is bringing home a good income.  The new venture is risky and does not guarantee success.  What if it fails?  How are you going to manage the household expenses and all those bills?

Your best friend has been offered an overseas assignment.  The offer is attractive and she is keen on it.  But, she has to be away for a good many years.  You do not wish to see her go as she has always been the one with a shoulder for you to cry on.  You advise her against going, telling her that she may have problems settling down in the new country and even if she finally does, she may lose her position in the company when she returns.

Sometimes, we may think that we have good intentions when we intervene.  But, every person is unique.  Each and every one has their own life to live.  Only the individual knows what is best for himself.  Don’t kill their dreams.  Let them pursue their passion and purpose.  Give your opinions, but let them decide.  As ultimately they are the ones walking the journey.


JL Kah has profound interest in the areas of self improvement and motivation.  She enjoys travelling to different places and loves to share her thoughts and touch lives.  You can visit her website at :
http://www.jlkah.com
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