Courage to Dream a New Dream
In this episode, Courage to Dream a New Dream, Laurel Boivin talks about dreaming big and how to reconnect with the natural dreamer that exists in all of us. She discusses the challenges of dreaming we face as adults, including societal expectations, fear of judgment, and financial concerns. Laurel shares a story about knowing you’re meant for more and struggled with humility and fear of being perceived as egotistical. She explores obstacles to dreaming, such as relationships, societal norms, and mindset, and offers strategies to overcome these, including journaling exercises and reading recommended books. The episode concludes with a call to action to dream big, take bold action in pursuit of your dreams.
1:12 Laurel shares what courage to dream is all about.
1:46 Laurel introduces herself and her cohost, Laurel Holland.
3:43 When you know you are meant for more or there's more to life.
6:33 Resolving the tension between adult responsibilities and dreaming big.
7:47 The obstacles to dreaming that adults face.
13:46 Protecting ourselves from disappointment.
14:49 What it takes to overcome the obstacles.
15:32 Book recommendations.
16:38 Laurel talks about next week’s episode and her guest, Mikaela Perry.
19:29 Laurel offers an exercise to help you connect with your inner dreamer.
21:28 Journaling prompts to help you dream big.
25:22 Laurel encourages listeners to begin dreaming again.
27:16 Encouragement to help others connect with their dreamer-self.
The following journaling prompts are suggested to further your exploration.
- If you had a magic wand, what would your life look like? What would you create or change in your life if you could have, do, or be anything and everything you wanted?
- Wouldn’t it be great if… Create a list of things you want in life, opening to the possibility of the things you want becoming a reality.
Book Recommendations:
- Playing Big by Tara Mohr
- Rising Strong by Brené Brown
- Taking the Leap by Pema Chödrön
- The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks
The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is [email protected] and for Laurel Holland - [email protected]
The link to our private Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/beautifulworkbeautifullife
Host/Cohost/Guest Info
Guiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love’s 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel’s great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live.
Laurel Boivin, life coach and founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, helps high-performing professionals overcome overwhelm and disillusionment by increasing self-awareness and shifting perspective to improve performance, increase personal contribution, and experience a greater sense of fulfillment and purpose. Laurel began coaching after a 30-year corporate career. A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine.
