"اگر رویاهایتان شما را نترسانند، آنها به اندازه کافی بزرگ نیستند."

Dreams are supposed to push us out of our comfort zones. When you aim high, the journey toward your goal can be daunting, and that fear is a good sign you're stretching your limits. Think about it—if your dreams are easy, then they probably aren't challenging you to grow.

This idea stems from the belief that significant change and progress happen when we challenge ourselves. Historically, this kind of sentiment has been echoed by many great leaders and visionaries. For instance, Eleanor Roosevelt famously said, "Do one thing every day that scares you." The point is, facing fear is a crucial part of achieving something great.

Take the example of Elon Musk. Whether you love him or hate him, you can't deny that his dreams are enormous—and they definitely scare the pants off him at times. Starting with Paypal, then moving to Tesla, and finally to SpaceX, each leap was fraught with uncertainties. Reusable rockets? Affordable electric cars? These ideas seemed like science fiction. But Musk embraced the fear and used it to fuel his determination.

So, how can you apply this wisdom to your own life? Start by identifying a goal that excites you but also makes you a little nervous. Maybe it's starting your own business, going back to school, or even running a marathon. The key is to ensure it's something that feels just out of reach. Write it down. Make it real. Then break it into smaller, manageable steps. Each small victory will build your confidence and reduce your fear.

Imagine this: You're sitting at your desk, staring at an application for a job that seems way out of your league. You feel a knot in your stomach—you're scared. But that's good. Instead of retreating, lean into that fear. Research the company, tweak your resume, and press submit. That fear is a sign that you're growing, pushing past your current limits.

To really bring this home, let’s talk about my friend Jenny. Jenny always wanted to be a writer but stuck to safe jobs in marketing. One day, she decided her dream of writing a novel wasn’t going to fade no matter how much she tried to ignore it. She was terrified—what if she failed? But she started anyway, writing one page at a time. It took years, and plenty of rejection letters, but she finally got published. Jenny’s fear didn’t disappear; it transformed into determination. Now, she’s a successful author, and she looks back on that initial fear as the fuel that drove her.

So, the next time you feel fear creeping in when you think about your dreams, remember: that’s a good thing. Embrace it. It’s a sign that you’re aiming high. And who knows? You might just surprise yourself with what you can achieve.