According to Wikipedia, the phrase “when pigs fly” or “pigs might fly” is a figure of speech that describes an impossibility. The implication of such a phrase is that the circumstances will never occur. We have used the phrase in various forms since the 1600s as a sarcastic remark.
My sister, Tammy, received the gift of a small flying pig once years ago that became her trademark. Tammy was a unique individual and had a special way of looking at life. The flying pig was one of those unique ways. There are people in this world that look at life differently than most. Whether it’s imagination, creativity, humor, or brilliance, they can see life from a different perspective. Some invent, others build, and often they challenge our thoughts while changing our world and the way we perceive it. They break the notion of something being impossible or theoretically make a pig fly.
Every day, someone has a dream that has the potential to take them to a new place in life. Dreams come in all sizes. Some are big, some small, but all are very important. Think where our world would be without the pursuit of individual dreams. Our dreams have led the world to new and exciting advancements. Dreams of exploration have led us from the deepest parts of the ocean to the farthest places in the galaxy.
Specific dreams have changed the way we view our world, how we travel, care for our health, and develop as nations. We hold so much power with our dreams! We direct the world from our imagination and vision. Isn’t it fascinating and exciting? Why don’t we use our dreams more to help us with our goals, passion, and daily living?
People that are true visionaries have a drive to continue working toward a purpose in life. And while they are working on those dreams, they are finding fulfillment. Passion can fire up a dream and propel it into a life of its own. You may have dreams sitting on a shelf and have not acted upon them. Perhaps you fear you will fail or think friends will laugh. And some of you just don’t have enough faith to act upon your vision. Lack of support, financially or otherwise, may be the barrier.
A few things to think about when you are ready to move forward. Is your goal realistic? Are you thinking about the results and not the journey? Have you put thought into the details? And what do you expect will happen when you achieve your dream? It could change your world.
Don’t let these questions derail your intentions. Many dreams are simple, while others are complicated. If your dream is giving back to the community, then it may be as easy as volunteering at the local non-profit of your choice. On the flip side, if you are looking to manufacture a product, you will have homework to prepare. Whatever your dream; act, believe in yourself and expect some bumps and turns along the way. It is possible to make your dream a reality, but it takes effort to plan, be consistent, and overcome the obstacles. Remember dreams are the essence of creativity and we have the power to decide how we use them. Achieve what may seem impossible and see the pigs fly!
“If you can dream it, you can do it.” – Walt Disney
“I say to you today, my friends, that in spite of the difficulties and frustrations of the moment, I still have a dream.” – Martin Luther King, Jr.
Robin Anne Griffiths–Founder of ReChargeMe Zone * Behavioral Change Specialist * Yoga Instructor * Meditation Facilitator * Personal Trainer * Author * Speaker * Helping people on a journey for change to live a fuller and healthier life. Find out more at www.rechargemezone.com.
