The word desire has 13th Century French origins in the phrase “de sidere,” meaning “from the stars.”  Maybe this is why people say “shoot for the stars,” or “keep your eyes on the stars.”  Maybe it’s related to having “star power,” and being “star struck.”  Being in the presence of that ethereal, bright, amazing reality can be awe-inspiring. No wonder we desire, want, or long for it.

And how sad that we so often believe that the star is “out there,” just beyond our reach.  When you stop focusing on expectations and begin focusing on what you want, you can be among the stars.

Start with these three steps:

Set your sights: What do you really want?  What have you been putting off because it wasn’t practical, or too risky?  What have you been avoiding because it just seems “too out reach?”  Get clear, get focused, and get honest about what you really want.

Set your mind: Begin by becoming aware of all those negative and pessimistic messages in and around you telling you you can’t, you shouldn’t, or “you’d be better off playing it safe.”  Recognize that those messages come from fear, shame, and selfishness rather than owning your star-power and making a difference in the universe.

Set your course: Get moving.  Do something, anything, to begin working towards your star.

And remember, when you set your sights, your mind, and your course in-line with your dream, the stars are already within reach.  Where you end up is anybody’s guess!

Posted on January 24, 2012 by Nate

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