19 REASONS TO FOLLOW YOUR DREAMS
Facing Gatekeepers It’s not all bad to get the “gatekeeper’s” perspective when you tell them you’re about to follow your dreams. An outside opinion can help put some perspective, but we must be smart and know how to separate constructive criticism from negativity. I’m all in for constructive criticism, but I’m not going to let other people’s negativity stop me from following my dream. Too many times I’ve experienced this situation. Before setting on my first solo backpacking trip to DRC Congo, I got so much negative feedback about the fact that I was traveling alone to a “dangerous” country and that I was “wasting” the little money I had by going there. I was, and still am too stubborn to let that stop me. When I set my mind to doing something… I do it! Now, in response to what naysayers, gatekeepers, or anyone might say to keep you from dreaming, I want to share 19 reasons why you should ignore everyone and follow your dreams: 1. The only “yes” you need t