If you are planning a great new future, going to school, and looking towards a new initiative in the coming year, congratulations! The hardest part is starting out. Often, we build walls on why we can or can not do things to help ourselves move forward. It is human nature.
In order to rise above the competition, be sure to keep yourself motivated each day. Do whatever it takes to stay in front of your dream. You can find great support by joining a club that interests you, staying connected online, and working at a part-time job that really interests you.
There are many volunteer organizations that need your help too. Maybe you are studying child psychology, and you are hoping to get your master’s to open a practice at your local clinic. You have big dreams ahead, but being in the field, will bring you more than experience, it will drive your dream.
Even when you find that you are suffering from a downturn or a hurdle, remember, these things happen for very good reasons. There are great reasons this happens, because you are not losing anything, you are gaining valuable new insight, and strength.
Keep your positive edge, keep your dream, and above all else, do not let go!