Problem: Dreams fade with age
Problem: Dreams fade with age
Name: Michael Thompson
Occupation: Banker
Location: London, United Kingdom
I'm Michael, 42 years old. Life is pretty good in every way—I have a stable job, family, friends, and everything. Yet, I feel an invisible void somewhere. As a child, I wanted to be a writer. My imagination was vast, and I loved writing stories, but I gave up on that dream long ago due to the pressure of the realities of life.
Whenever I want to start writing, it feels like it's too late. Looking at my age and the responsibilities of life, I wonder if it's really possible to start something new at this age? Can I revive my dream, or is it better to accept it as the past?
— Michael Thompson, London
Solution: Askly Help's sincere advice
Dear Michael,
After reading your letter, I realized that you are in a kind of conflict—on one side reality, on the other side dreams of the past. But I want to remind you of one important thing: dreams have no age limit.
We often think that it's hard to start something new after a certain age in life. But the reality is that many people have started something new in the second chapter of their lives and have become very successful. Harland Sanders (founder of KFC) started his business at 65, and author Frank McCourt wrote his first book, which later won a Pulitzer Prize, at 66. Why can't you?
How to revive a dream
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Set small goals for yourself.
Instead of thinking about writing a whole novel or book, set aside 30 minutes a day to write. These small steps will eventually add up to something big. -
Find a balance between your career and your dreams.
You don't have to quit your job or step back from your responsibilities in life. But take some time for yourself. The last hours of the night, the morning coffee break—you can use these times. -
Educate yourself by
learning about new writing styles, literary competitions, or online courses. In this era, there is no age limit to learning. -
Challenge your fears.
Remember, age is just a number. Fear and doubt hold us back, but if you are true to your dreams, all obstacles can be overcome. -
Create a platform for writing,
start a blog, write short stories and share them, even post your writings on social media. Gradually, you will regain your confidence.
Last words
Michael, if you don't start now, you might regret it even more in 10 years. But if you write even one word today, it will bring you closer to your dream.
Life is never too late—if the dream is truly yours, it is your responsibility to bring it to life.
Best wishes,
— Askly Help