Dreaming Again

What do I want to be when I grow...again.

There’s something sacred that happens when we pause...not just to catch our breath, but to truly be still.

In that stillness and silence, I've noticed that something magical stirs.

Old dreams resurface. New ones begin to whisper. And sometimes, we realize we’ve been living on autopilot… not because we’re lost, but because we’ve been too consumed with responsibility, survival, and showing up for everyone else to allow ourselves space to imagine again.

But, can I remind you?

Just because a dream was paused doesn’t mean it died. And just because your dream has changed doesn’t mean you’re too late to begin again.

You can start over. Many times I find myself reiterating. Rewriting and ever evolving my story and the life I ultimately want to live. Giving myself permission to change and pivot...sometimes out of necessity and other times on a whim..

The Power of the Pause

A pause isn’t a full stop. It’s like an intermission in the movie of my life.

Sometimes, it’s life’s way of saying, “Come back to yourself.”

For me it has been my soul nudging me, saying, “There’s something more.” OR “Let’s dream again.”

Whether your pause came from burnout, caregiving, disappointment, heartbreak, or simply the fatigue of always having to be “on”. What matters most now is this:

You’re awake again. You’re listening. You’re ready.

Seasons of stillness or silence can feel disorienting at first. Like the space between chapters. But I want you to see it for what it truly is: an invitation. Not just to heal, but to imagine...or REimagine

So, How Do You Begin Dreaming Again?

The truth is, we often stop dreaming because life teaches us to shrink, or we simply forget how.

As women, we’re socialized to be practical, responsible, or live out all the roles that are put on us. We’ve been trained to dim our desires for the comfort of others. I've found that sometimes I've carried my disappointment about some life circumstances like armor—just in case. Or, I've edited my hopes before they even leave my mouth.

I've had to come back to myself and remember that dreaming isn’t indulgent. It’s resurrection. It’s resistance. It’s a declaration that I still believe in more...deserves more for myself.

So let’s start gently.

Let’s return to the parts of ourselves we’ve neglected.

Let’s remember how to want again, without guilt.

Let’s begin, not with a plan, but with excitement about the possibilities.

3 Intentional Ways to Begin Dreaming Again

1. Revisit a Dream You Buried

Think back.

That book idea.

That trip abroad.

That nonprofit, business, or creative project that once lit you up.

Ask yourself:

• What dream have I quietly shelved?

• Why did I pause it?

• Do I still want it—or a different version of it?

Some dreams need resurrection. Others need a rewrite. Either way, they still have something to teach you. The act of revisiting that vision gives you access to the woman you were becoming when you first imagined it.

2. Listen Without Censoring

Sit still for just ten minutes. Ask yourself:

“If nothing was holding me back—not fear, not money, not judgment—what would I want?”

Write it down. Don’t filter. Don’t fix. Don’t make it make sense.

Let that part of you speak, the one who wants more softness, more adventure, more visibility, or more rest. The part of you who dares to want again.

Let her speak.

3. Start with a Seed, Not a Strategy

You don’t need a five-year plan yet. You just need a seed.

Start with:

• Googling that city or location you want to adventure to.

• Writing down one paragraph of your book.

• Telling a trusted friend what you’re dreaming about.

• Scheduling 30 minutes a week to explore your idea.

Small steps are still movement. That’s dreaming in motion. That’s building a bridge between your current self and the version of you you’re becoming.

A Soulful Prompt

Try this writing practice:

If your dream had a voice, what would it say to you right now?

Let it speak. Write it out without overthinking.

Then answer back. Honor the dialogue.

You might be surprised at what wisdom comes forward when you give your dream a voice.

You’re Allowed to Want More

This moment is not about returning to who you used to be. This is about reconnecting with the version of you that still believes in more.

More alignment. More purpose. More joy. More peace. More YOU.

You get to choose your own adventure again. You get to dream new dreams. It can feel like a start fresh—with wisdom, clarity, and a little audacity.

And you don’t have to rush. You don’t need it all figured out. You just have to say yes.

Yes, to stillness. Yes, to softness. Yes, to your inner child's imagination.

With you in pause,

Gina

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