"كلما اخترت أن أحقق حلمًا، كنت أشوهه، مما يضعف ذكرى حلم آخر."

When you chase after a dream and try to bring it to life, you often end up distorting its purity. The very act of trying to make a dream real can sometimes dilute its essence, making it less vivid in your memory. It's a bit like trying to capture the magic of a lightning bug in a jar—once you have it, it isn't quite the same.

This idea isn't new. Think back to when we were kids, dreaming of becoming astronauts or rock stars. The dreams were vivid, bursting with color and excitement. But then, as we grew older and tried to pursue these dreams, compromises had to be made. Maybe we had to deal with the harsh realities of physics classes or the cutthroat music industry. The dream didn't look as shiny anymore, did it?

Imagine an artist who dreams of painting a masterpiece. In their mind, the colors are perfect, the composition flawless. But when they put brush to canvas, it doesn't quite match the vision. Each stroke, no matter how skilled, seems to take something away from the original idea. The dream is weakened a little because reality imposes its own constraints.

So how do you apply this idea in real life without becoming disillusioned? First, recognize that dreams are perfect in their form because they're untainted by reality. Cherish that. But also understand that the pursuit of a dream doesn't mean failure if it doesn't match the original vision. It just means the dream has evolved. The journey can bring new insights and opportunities that you hadn't imagined at the start.

A practical tip? Be flexible with your dreams. Instead of having a rigid, unchanging vision, allow your dream to adapt and grow as you do. Think of it like sculpting. You start with a block of marble (your dream), and each action you take chips away at it. It might not turn out exactly as you imagined, but it can still be beautiful and meaningful.

Let me tell you about my friend, Sarah. She had this incredible dream of opening a little café by the beach. She imagined the decor, the smell of fresh coffee, and happy customers chatting away. But when she finally got the chance, reality hit hard. Rent was expensive, suppliers weren't reliable, and running a business was exhausting. The dream café wasn't as perfect as she had imagined, but she adapted. She found joy in the small successes—like the smile of a regular customer or the aroma of a new coffee blend. Her dream changed, but it didn't die. It became something she could live with and be proud of.

So, next time you're chasing a dream, remember that it's okay if the reality isn't as perfect as the vision. Dreams are supposed to be a bit elusive. The magic lies in the pursuit and the growth it brings. Keep dreaming, but embrace the imperfections that come with bringing those dreams to life. After all, every stroke on the canvas of your life adds character, even if it changes the picture you initially had in mind.