“Believe you can, and you’re halfway there.”—Theodore Roosevelt
THE DREAMER’S CURSE
Have you ever woken up from an epic dream and tried to explain it to someone else? You probably stumbled on your words and forgot the nuances that made it great. Remembering the essence of a dream is easy, but sharing it with others is a challenging feat.
That’s the dreamer’s curse. Every creator dreams of what the world will look like if they implement their idea. The problem comes when they struggle trying to explain their dream to others. Other people’s confusion often translates into doubt, disbelief, and negative criticism making the creator feel misunderstood and alone. Unfortunately, the only way for other people to see your dream the way you see it is to pursue it yourself. While publicly building your idea, people will eventually get a clearer picture of your vision.
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