Prosperous outcomes are often determined by the dreams at their foundation. Dreams serve as the blueprint for our aspirations, guiding our actions and decisions toward meaningful achievements. When we dream, we envision possibilities beyond our current reality. This vision ignites passion and motivation, driving us to set goals and develop strategies to turn our dreams into tangible results.

 

Since we are young, we are encouraged to imagine triumphant success as we evnvision our futures. The questions arise: What do you aspire to be when you grow up? Who serves as your greatest influence? Where do you envision yourself going? “You are destined for greatness!” “You have the potential to revolutionize the world!” We spend years acquiring knowledge, perfecting our skills, and plotting out our paths. And then life intervenes.

 

Life can be devastating. We all face challenges, but for some, these struggles are like gigantic storms that destroy everything we've built—relationships, careers, talents, dreams, down to the smallest details of our existence. Those around us may not fully comprehend. Some may walk away, while those who remain struggle to find answers to the myriad questions that arise. Even for you, finding a resolution proves to be a nearly impossible task.

 

At times, there seems to be no light at the end of the tunnel. You may feel lost, abandoned, yearning to overcome this adversity and fulfill your life's purpose. Yet, the questions of "Where do I go?" and "What do I do?" echo persistently in your mind, with no sufficient answer in existance. However, giving up on your mission should not be an option. As long as you breathe, your purpose endures.

 

Although life has changed and your abilities may have shifted, remember that as one door closes, another opens, fostering the growth of a new talent. Allowing defeat to stifle your drive to achieve your intended goals will only lead to a life filled with bitterness and regret.

 

To navigate through these challenges, it is crucial to revisit your vision— not the sight of your eyes, but the vision etched in your soul. Having a clear vision has been shown to be essential in achieving success. Without a vision or clear goals, our endeavors are likely to fail. A strong vision helps fuel our motivation, maintain focus, and guide us toward the necessary steps to reach our objectives.

 

Who are you at your core? Who were you before adversity struck? What were your aspirations? What motivated you each day? What brought you joy and hope? Even though trauma may have altered your path, your destination must remain unchanged. By staying committed to your end goal, victory becomes a tangible possibility.

 

Understanding your identity is pivotal in completing your journey successfully. Revisit the ambitions you held prior to the crisis. Do those desires still burn within you, or have they taken a different course? Rediscover your sense of purpose and reignite that passion by recognizing the essence of your mission.

 

It’s natural for questions to consume your thoughts, much like they did mine. Here's how I overcame the odds of being told I would never walk again: After waking from a coma, in most of which I had no brain activity, my family relayed the doctors’ prognosis of my permanent wheelchair confinement. In that hospital bed, I turned to my belief in a higher power and asked for the strength and guidance to walk again, whether instantly or gradually with support from the right people.

 

By reconnecting with my faith and purpose, I found the determination to defy the odds each day. Trust in a higher power renewed my zeal to make a positive impact. Your divine purpose unfolds when you acknowledge your dependency on something greater than yourself and grasp that you were designed for a specific role in this world. Obtaining strength from a power beyond your own, you gain the resilience to overcome any obstacle.

 

Have faith in yourself, but also in the Creator who designed you for a unique purpose in life’s journey. Believe that with divine guidance, you possess the capability to triumph over adversity. Refuse to be defined by your setbacks and instead envision yourself overcoming your prognosis of defeat.

© DAVID DAVIDSON