W02 Reflection

• Why do you think Randy Pausch was able to achieve so many of his childhood dreams?

I believe their wasn't just one reason why Randy Pausch was able to achieve so many of his childhood dreams but rather multiple important reasons. One of the reasons why Randy achieved so many of his dreams is that he had a picture of what some of his dreams looked like. Someone who wants to accomplish big dreams that are inexistent makes it pretty hard to accomplish them. Thinking about what you desire to achieve in life is a very important step in life that often gets overlooked. Dreams do not need to be concrete and absolute but rather conceptual ideas of what your dreams look like and how you can make them happen gives much needed guidance.

• Do you feel that dreaming is important? Why or why not?

I feel that dreaming is very important. Dreams create hope, passion, and an invigorating drive to grow and change, even move toward something better.

• Discuss at least one of your childhood dreams. Explain why you believe you can or cannot achieve this dream.

One of my childhood dreams consisted of being apart of emergency medicine or search and rescue missions. I definitely believe this is an achievable dream. In my area their are well established search and rescue teams that help dozens of people in danger every year. I also have a good contact for more information on how to get involved with these teams. As a full time student and working at the moment it does not seem like the best idea to volunteer but I hope to soon.