Hey, Life with Justin Stephens community! Justin here, with a journal entry on chasing dreams—something that's been on my mind as I grind through my hustles and life updates. As we document this journey through personal finance, success, business, sales, and marketing, today's reflection is about the unique power of our individual dreams and why we must pursue them. Dreams are something that is individual to each of us. No-one has the same dream as someone else, and no-one could because they haven't lived the life someone else has lived. It is because your dreams are a combination of all your previous life experiences and all your future life desires. It is impossible to wish someone would see your dream as anything but a dream until it is working because they don't have the experience in life that you have. I want to encourage everyone to chase whatever dreams are in front of you, whatever dreams are important to you. No-one in the world will ever chase your dreams for you. Their dream may align with your dream, but they are still chasing their own dreams. That is why I am so committed to building America's Holding Company. It is my dream, and until it works people won't see anything other than a dream. If I quit chasing my dream, the dream itself dies. I want to encourage you to chase your dreams because that is what gives us purpose and fulfillment in life. Let's explore this more and how it ties into my current path.

The Uniqueness of Dreams: Born from Life's Tapestry

Dreams aren't cookie-cutter—they're as unique as our fingerprints. Shaped by every triumph, setback, lesson, and aspiration, they reflect who we are. That's why others might not "get" your dream until it's tangible; they haven't walked your path. In my experiences, from pivoting to handyman work to building AHC, I've learned that sharing your dream boldly invites allies, even if it starts as "just a dream" to others.

Why Chase Your Dreams? Purpose, Fulfillment, and Legacy

Chasing dreams isn't optional for a meaningful life—it's essential. No one else will pursue yours; even aligned visions are still theirs. My commitment to AHC comes from this—it's my way to create equitable support, and quitting would kill it. Your dreams give purpose, drive fulfillment, and leave a legacy. Whether financial freedom, business impact, or personal growth, go after them relentlessly.

Tying It to My Journey: From Hustle to Vision

In my WinCo shifts and handyman gigs, dreams keep me grinding. AHC is my big one—equity for all—and sharing it here is my chase. If you're hesitating, remember: Dreams die only if you let them.

Why This Matters for Your Journey

Dreams fuel resilience—in finance (bold investments), business (innovative hustles), and life (purpose amid challenges). Chase yours to unlock true fulfillment.

At Life with Justin Stephens, we share raw Journal Entries like this, alongside Point of View stories, Life Strategy tips, Resources, and Great Causes to inspire your path in finance, business, sales, marketing, and beyond.

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P.S. Tomorrow, a Point of View post from a dream-chasing entrepreneur. Stay tuned!

To your success,
Justin Stephens