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"افراد بلندپرواز می‌توانند مکان ایده‌آل خود را برای زندگی تصور کنند اما آنها آنجا هستند آنها در نسخه کمی بهتر از دنیایی که می‌بینند زندگی می‌کنند"

Paul Graham
Paul Graham Programmer, Venture Capitalist, Essayist
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Have you ever found yourself daydreaming about the perfect life? You know, that ideal place where everything just clicks, and you feel completely at home? That's kind of what this quote is getting at. It's about ambitious people who don't just dream—they live those dreams, even if it's just a slightly improved version of what they imagine.

Here's the thing: ambition isn't just about having goals. It's about making them real. Imagine you have a friend who's always talking about moving to a big city to chase their dreams. They're not just visualizing the skyscrapers and bustling streets—they're figuring out how to make it happen. Maybe they start by moving to a nearby city that's not quite as big or exciting, but it's a step up from where they are. They’re living in that slightly better world already, not just waiting for someday.

Let's put this in some historical context. Think about entrepreneurs like Steve Jobs or Elon Musk. These guys didn’t just sit around thinking about the future—they took steps to build it. Jobs didn’t just dream of a world with personal computers; he started building and selling them from his garage. Musk didn’t just imagine electric cars or space travel; he founded Tesla and SpaceX to make those visions a reality. They saw a better world and started living in it, even if it began as a small, seemingly insignificant step.

So how do you put this into practice in your own life? Start by identifying the core elements of your dream life. Is it about geography, like moving to a new city or country? Is it about your career, like landing that dream job or starting your own business? Once you know what you want, take small, actionable steps toward it. Maybe it's saving a bit more money each month for that move or taking night classes to gain new skills. The key is to start living in that slightly better version of your world right now, not waiting for everything to be perfect.

Here's a relatable scenario: think about someone who dreams of being a professional photographer. They might envision traveling the world and working with famous brands. But they don’t start there. Maybe they begin by taking photos in their local area, building a portfolio, and gaining a following on social media. They’re living in that marginally better world—doing what they love, even if it’s not on the grand scale they ultimately envision.

So, what can you do? Break down that big dream into smaller steps. Don’t wait for the perfect moment. Start now. If your dream is to write a novel, start with a few pages a day. If you want to run a marathon, begin with a mile. Whatever it is, make it a part of your life now, even if it’s just in a small way. Before you know it, you’ll look around and realize you’re already living in that better version of your world. This approach not only brings your dreams closer but also makes the journey itself enjoyable and fulfilling. After all, the perfect time to start is now. So, why wait?
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