Waking up this morning, I found myself reflecting on a dream so vivid, so tantalizing, that it felt like vanishing smoke the moment I tried to grasp it. Trapped in the gossamer tendrils of sleep, I wondered: are my dreams too unrealistic? How can one differentiate between possibilities and foolhardy pursuits?

We've all been there, haven't we? In that space where dreams feel too lofty, too outlandish; teetering on the edge of the possible and the impossible. But then I remembered a story, one that altered my understanding and forged a path of relentless self-belief.

Nelson Mandela, imprisoned for 27 arduous years, once declared: “It always seems impossible until it’s done”. Long before his name was etched in the annals of history, he held a dream so vivid, yet so distant, for a free and equal South Africa. How ‘unrealistic' it must have seemed – a prisoner's whisper lost amidst the wind of oppression.

Yet, he never ceased dreaming. He knew that the dream's worth is not gauged by its immediacy, but its inherent possibility. Now, isn't that something to ponder on? What if your dreams, as unattainable as they seem, are just awaiting their moment of birth?

The power lies in belief. Think about it. How can we muster the courage to chase something we don't believe in? It's like running a marathon with the conviction that the finishing line doesn't exist. You won't get very far, believe me.

Your dreams are mirrors of your deepest passions, subtle whispers from your heart directing you towards a purpose you were born for. Pay heed. Listen. For these whispers are not airy fantasies; they are a testament of what you can accomplish if you dare to believe.

Shel Silverstein so eloquently penned: “Anything can happen, child, ANYTHING can be”. If you launch into your journey bearing the weight of doubt, every stumble will feel like an unconquerable mountain. Yet, if you choose the mantle of belief, every pebble, every thorn, will feel like a rung towards greater heights.

Does this mean your journey will be devoid of hardship, pain, and disappointment? Absolutely not. In fact, these are the very thresholds we must cross to dwell in the realm of our dreams. The chisel of adversity shapes and refines us, preparing us for the journey that awaits.

Remember, dreams are not just distant specks on horizon. They are an integral part of your journey; your true north in the tumultuous storm of life. They keep you anchored amidst the waves, guiding you when the shore fades from sight.

The story of Success Insider is not emblematic of overnight triumphs. It is a journey, one speckled with roadblocks and detours. Yet, every setback was an invitation to believe, to dream even more passionately – a challenge that was welcomed with courage, and a dash of audacity.

My journey in designing the LMA course was a testament to this conviction. There were hurdles to cross, self-doubt to vanquish, external skepticism to disarm, but the dream? The dream always persevered. It evolved, moulded itself around obstacles and stood firm in the face of adversity. And I believe yours can do the same.

So, what holds you back? Is it the fear of dreaming too big, of stepping into the realm of the ‘unrealistic'? If I may ask you, what does ‘unrealistic' really mean? Is it that which is not done yet, that which seems too grand, too audacious?

If your dreams feel unrealistic, wonderful! That only means you have the courage to stretch beyond the comfortable, the predictable, and the ordinary.

So, allow yourself to dream, dear friend. Let your dreams be wild, audacious, boundless. Let them take you on a journey truly worth embarking upon. Follow them relentlessly for they are the truest expression of your life's calling, your soul's desire, your heart's fiery passion.

Summon courage, summon audacity. Step forward, and dare to dream. Let the chorus of your heart drown the muffled whispers of doubt. Remember, your dreams are not mere stardust, figments of wishful thinking. They are potent seeds waiting to blossom into a reality as palpable, as beautiful as the journey that leads to it.

Believe in your dreams, not as figments of your imagination, but as blueprints of your reality. Arm yourself well with unwavering self-belief and a will that endures. Most importantly, allow yourself to dream, fearlessly, unapologetically, incessantly. After all, in following your dreams, you embark on the journey of two lifetimes – the one you're living and the one you're dreaming into being. Are you ready?