Apr 27 2009
“Put Your Dream to the Test” book review
On my dark days as a stay-at-home mom, I sometimes feel like all the brilliant ideas and dreams that I keep in my (yellow sparkly) idea folder are destined to just sit there until they one day become compost. I’m pretty sure I’m not alone here, and that this feeling of inertia isn’t exclusive to stay at home parents.
Enter John C. Maxwell’s Put Your Dream to the Test: 10 Questions to Help You See It and Seize It.
This book would be a quick read if you didn’t actually think about the lessons in each chapter, which kind of defeats the purpose. It IS easy to pick up and put down, which is a must if you’re short on time.
Here are the 10 questions addressed in the book:
1. The Ownership Question: Is my dream really my dream?
2. The Clarity Question: Do I clearly see my dream?
3. The Reality Question: Am I depending on factors within my control to achieve my dream?
4. The Passion Question: Does my dream compel me to follow it?
5. The Pathway Question: Do I have a strategy to reach my dream?
6. The People Question: Have I included the people I need to realize my dream?
7. The Cost Question: Am I willing to pay the price for my dream?
8. The Tenacity Question: Am I moving closer to my dream?
9. The Fulfillment Question: Does working toward my dream bring satisfaction?
10. The Significance Question: Does my dream benefit others?
I definitely recommend this book if you’re feeling scattered and like your dreams aren’t achievable. It’s a great pick-me-up and has absolutely helped me organize my plan.
Enjoy!
