The 6 million dollar question in life

[Dr. P-Evil]

Happy Holidays to all!
With New Year's Resolutions around the corner, I want to explore your thoughts on controlling your destiny.

How do you know when to push forward with a dream or goal against all odds or when to read the writing on the wall and go with the flow of life?

I kinda live by the philosophy of dreaming, planning, and executing, but always accepting and understanding that you have to see things for what they are and re-evaluate your goals so that you're not letting life pass you by because you're making grand plans for it. I mean i could dream of creating the next Starbucks, but if it happens when I'm 65 and i never enjoyed a day at the beach, what was the point right?

I find that to be the toughest challenge in life. I am stubborn by nature, so i have to force myself to open my eyes sometimes. At the same time, i do have resolve. I'm a dreamer by nature. What your guys thoughts??

[Baseballer8]

Five years ago I was told that it was near impossible to become a doctor and get into school, but in those five years I received two degrees, both of which are solely to get into school. With a micro bio BS and a cell and molecular bio MS I was looking at a 40k ceiling if I didn't go into healthcare. In the end it will be worth it but only you know what you are truly capable of.

[Dr. P-Evil]

wow, that's impressive bro. congrats and best of luck.

I agree that you have to believe in yourself and go for it.

I dunno. My biggest fear is not knowing if it's my stubborness or my tenancity that drives me to do things. If you're stubborn, you do things in the right direction, but the plan is flawed because you don't know how ot adapt to keep moving forward. Whereas, being driven means knowing where you are want to go and reading things for what they are and tweeking your plan or strategy. I suppose i am chasing my dreams with a game plan that can adapt. I just get scared that i'm missing something important in the equation.