- I think his success began with how he was raised. His parents seemed to encourage his dreams and creativity. He also approached setbacks like the denial letters from Disney, as opportunities to learn. Lastly, he demonstrated tenacity in trying to achieve his dreams.
- Yes, dreaming is important but only if you are willing to work on making it a reality. Sometimes our dreams change because we learn something during our journey that takes us in a new direction. I admire people who have dreams because they are not content in their present circumstances and what to grow and improve.
Discuss at least one of your childhood dreams. Explain why you believe you can or cannot achieve this dream.
- One of my childhood dreams was to become a doctor. It wasn't until my senior year in high school that I really thought about what that profession really meant. The years spent in higher education didn't scare me. The long hours and challenges didn't scare me. It wasn't until someone asked me how I would feel about telling family members that their loved ones died, that made me question my dream. I then began to think about how many lives I wouldn't be able to save and questioned if I was strong enough, emotionally, to take on that responsibility. All these questions caused me to really do some self-reflection and in the end, make a decision to not pursue my dream. I was never sure if that was the right choice until I started working in a hospital in an administrative capacity and had the opportunity to work closely with those who provided patient care. After experiencing the death of a patient on the unit I worked in, I knew without a doubt that I made the right decision. I admire caregivers so much for the strength they exude and compassion they give on a daily basis.
