We spend most of our time and energy figuring out the day-to-day: What's for dinner? When do I have to pick up the kids? How can I finish my work and get home in time to enjoy the summer sun?
But every once in a while, it's nice to dream a little: "I've always wanted to..." Open my own business? Run a marathon? Bake the perfect souffle?
How would you finish the sentence "One day, I'd like to..."? Tell us for the chance to win a $75 Visa gift card to get started!
Dreams come in all shapes and sizes. But it's said that just 2% of us fully achieve everything we want to. Why? Is it lack or money, time, talent, or just confidence that is holding us back?
Take the first step toward trying something new by writing it down. Often, seeing things on paper helps to solidify the goal, before you can turn it into reality.
We decided to take our own advice and do just that.
Here's some things our SheSpeaks staff would like to do, some of which are even starting to happen.
One day, I'd like to...
Live in NYC: I grew up in the Philippines and whenever I would watch movies or TV shows set in New York, I was always mesmerized by how beautiful, busy, and jam-packed the city was. I'm having a trial run now as an intern this summer and it's the perfect test - I can't wait to experience it full-time! - Via
Get more organized: I have a young daughter and am pregnant. Between work, child care, and being tired all the time, it's hard to keep everything straight. So I decided to start a bullet journal, which I've seen all over Instagram. Being super-organized isn't the most glamorous dream but hopefully this will make getting things accomplished a little more fun. - Emily
Stop hating pushups: When I was a kid, I used to be really good at pushups. Then I grew up, and they're not so easy anymore. I know how good pushups are for keeping the body fit and strong, but I can't help but be frustrated by them. So I'm going to do more pushups this summer to see if they get easier. I doubt I'll ever love them, but I hope that I will see some results and learn to appreciate them. - Ellie
Go to the Olympics: I've always been inspired by the Olympics. I love watching the hard work of the athletes, and seeing how the world comes together for this big event. I know better than to hope I'd ever be in the Olympics but watching in person has been on my bucket list forever! - Susan
Write for SNL: I'm in a stand-up comedy troupe and have done stand-up twice - what an adrenaline rush! I also love creative writing, so a career as a comedy writer (especially on SNL!) would be the perfect dream come true. - Rose
*One lucky commenter, Tweeter or Instagrammer will be chosen at random to receive a $75 Visa gift card. Giveaway is open through July 29th, 2018 to U.S. residents at least 18 years of age. Entrants must be a member of SheSpeaks. If you are not a member, click here to join. Winner will be notified by email.
Update: Thanks to all who entered! Congrats to our winner, SheSpeaks member renejoseph.
buy a vacation house on Ocean Isle Beach, NC.
One day I'd like to write a book!
One day I'd like to country jump travel on the Eastern part of the globe!
One day I'd like to start a STEM club in my community. Which will help future generation especially girls to like the STEM subjects more and more. It will help them in deciding their future career. Already taken my baby steps and this year started my first free STEM summer camp in our local library. In future looking forward to get involved in my mission more passionately and dedicatedly. If I get a chance to win this then I can buy more STEM related stuff for my STEM club. Thank you for the chance.
One day I would love to visit Graceland. I will make this happen!! #SheSpeaksDream giveaway
One day, I'd like to travel Europe with my husband and daughter.
One day I would like to dig up all my gardens and design a new plan and replant everything. Adding flowers that repel deer.
One day, I'd like to " have the self confidence to enter a banking competition and win. To show myself and everyone how good of a Baker I really am.
One day I would like to have visited all 50 states! I have marked 36 off my map, so I am well on my way!
One day, I'd like to travel to the Okavango Delta. I am saving up!
One day I'd like to go to Italy.
One day, I'd like to travel to Scotland for a month to do an herbal tour AND a Harry Potter/ Outlander tour. Or just a writing / whiskey tour. It's my dream.
One day, I'd like to spend the day doing whatever it is my kids want to do without thinking about how much it will cost.
One day I'd like to buy a camper and travel all over the USA with my husband.
One day, I'd like to go to Ireland always dreamed of going :)