Dreaming is about taking one's imagination and reaching for whatever it is you want or need. The goal setter wants you to dream big and to set goals that are specific to you. The realist approach, however, is to want to achieve a goal only if it is necessary to achieve it. Sometimes, there is no need for a goal because you have already got what you need from other aspects of achieving it.
The realists are realistic about their capabilities and goals. They understand that they will never achieve what they want if they don't practice, or if they don't commit themselves to something new and that their goals need to be realistic. The dreamers, on the other hand, are focusing on results, self-actualization, and their dream. They are looking for a giant leap of accomplishment - their goal.
I believe that creating a sense of peace within one's self is one of the best ways to achieve goals and break past past bottlenecks that we face. The problem is, most of us have developed a way to break into a zone of inner peace. But when we get stuck in our inner world of peace, do we know how to exit?
Realists are determined to learn, to improve and make changes for the better. When achieving goals in your professional life, where do you start? Ask yourself this question before you even begin the journey. It may not be the best path to take, but you have to question yourself before you continue down any path. Have you identified your biggest obstacles and what are the areas you must improve upon?
You'll know your approach is working when you can't imagine not trying to achieve your goals. You have the drive and determination to stay the course in spite of a stubborn boss, a hectic work schedule or frustration. When you accept the possibility of failing and make the choice to try again, you will try harder.
The realists see the big picture while the dreamers focus on the details. For example, I know a woman who consistently practices yoga four times a week. She focuses on staying strong and appearing stronger in herself. She also strives to be self-compassionate and take responsibility for her mistakes. The main message I want to send is that the goal setting and achieving process is a journey where we go from daily to long term.
If you are a dreamer who believes that you can achieve your goals if you just dream big enough, you are going to be disappointed. You might think "maybe I can do that tomorrow but at the moment I'm just living day by day with the potential to achieve but never really doing anything about it". This is a scenario that will almost guarantee that you will not be able to do what you want to do.