Every woman was once a girl child, bright-eyed, full of innocence, with dreams carried by the boundless imagination of a heart that saw no limits. Perhaps, somewhere along the path to becoming the woman you envisioned, the journey became difficult. Maybe you stumbled, or life’s demands dimmed the light of your once-clear dreams. You may even feel those dreams are long buried, but here’s the truth: they’re not gone. They are still alive within you, waiting for a spark to bring them back to life.
This is for the woman who longs to rediscover the dreams of her younger self.
Your girlhood dreams were planted in your heart for a reason. They were more than childhood fantasies; they were glimpses of the woman you could become and the impact you were destined to make. Dreams have a way of shaping our identity, giving us direction and purpose. But as we grow, we often set them aside in favor of life's more “practical” pursuits. Yet, the most successful and fulfilled women are those who learned to merge the dreams of their childhood with the wisdom of their adulthood.
If you are that woman who feels a tug at her heart, urging her to rekindle her childhood passions, here are three practical steps to help you revisit those dreams:
Think back to the things that used to light up your world as a girl. Was it writing, speaking, creating art, or advocating for others? What inspired you and made you feel alive? Spend some time reflecting on those passions. Reflecting on your childhood passions can reignite the spark within you.
Life has a way of teaching us to be cautious and to avoid disappointment by keeping our dreams in check. But now is the time to give yourself permission to dream without limitations once more. Remember, the beauty of dreams lies in their ability to grow and evolve, just as you have. Allow yourself the space to imagine new possibilities, with the wisdom you’ve gained along the way.
Dreaming is essential, but action breathes life into vision. Take small steps toward those goals, even if they seem far off. Sign up for that course, attend that workshop, or start that passion project you’ve been postponing. Small actions can reignite a fire within you and bring you closer to what you once envisioned.
Surround Yourself with Inspiration
Whether it’s books, podcasts, mentors, or a supportive community, surround yourself with people and resources that fuel your passion. Investing in mentorship and seeking out women who’ve turned their childhood dreams into reality will help you in this journey. As an adult, you have more tools, resources, and experiences than you did as a child. With your experiences and wisdom, you are now better equipped to pursue those dreams and take them beyond what your younger self-imagined.
Now is the time to return to your drawing board. Reawaken the dreams that have been resting in your heart, and bring them to life—not just for your own fulfillment, but for the benefit of generations to come. Create a world where the girl child—both within and around you—can thrive without limits.
Aligning with the 2024 International Day of the Girl Child, themed Girls’ Vision for the Future, let us commit to rekindling our passions and revisiting our dreams. The journey may not always be easy, but it is always worth it. For every step you take toward realizing your dreams, you are not only honoring your past self but also empowering the future generation of women.
Let the girl child in you rise again—full of hope, vision, and unstoppable potential.
Until next time, keep dreaming and keep rising.
Written by Marvelous Adekanmi
Inspire Her Afrika
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