Sometimes
people have a vision. For some, this vision stays at the forefront of their
mind. The individual focuses in on the power of intention, motivated to see
this vision come to life. Others have a dream or passion – a vision that does
not always transpire to reality because somewhere along the way, their dream is
tarnished and as a result, motivation killed.
Where
there is a will there is a way and no journey of two people will ever be the
same. The road can be rough and different people are exposed to a variety of
circumstances and situations that makes the arrival of their success unique.
What doesn’t break you only makes you stronger.
In 2007, Stef Dawson and I
sat across from one another in Sydney’s inner west; having just completed a
short season as two young lead actresses at the well known indie theatre
“Newtown Theatre” in production, “Journey Into Sin”.
Today, we are both situated
in LA pursuing different dreams, but within entertainment. Stef whose been in
LA for 3 years has “broken in”, having secured a meaty role in the Hunger Games
franchise (The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2). For many
others, it takes 10 + years for such a “break” to occur. I’m pursuing talent
agency / management work and have been here for just under 3 months.
Six
years post our time in theatre together, Stef and I can reflect upon the fact
that we both believed in our dreams, and that one-day we’d be here in LA living
the lives we imagined. That night, I saw a light surrounding Stef and I said to
her, “Stef, you must go to LA. I just saw it. You’re going to make it. I’m not
kidding, I’ve just seen that you’re going to make it in LA. You must go!” And
six years on, having just secured her first big break, Stef is undoubtedly on
the rise. What we both experienced that night was an insight into a future that
has begun unfolding for us both, but as a result of also believing in,
committing to and focusing in on that vision for the future.
We’ve
remained inspirations to one another; kindred spirits empowered by ambition,
determination and belief. I can’t express how much I believe in Stef and have
followed her career journey with great anticipation. There’s never been a doubt
in my heart or mind that she would reach her goals and the journey has hardly
begun (or rather, never ends).
The
power of intention is real. Believe in your dreams, stick to that vision in
mind - it will bring about enormous rewards. There is no such thing as failure,
only a magnificent journey to endure full of highs and lows, and everything in
between. Stef is exemplary of a hard working, resilient artist; not afraid to put
her best foot forward and fight for what she believes in.
Some
dreams take time to unfold. Some dreams take on different forms and evolve.
However, by embracing the journey fearlessly, never losing sight of the bigger
picture, your dreams can and will only fall into your lap in a matter of time.
Allow
Stef’s journey, positive attitude and relentless beliefs be an inspiration to
you. Set your intention; see, believe and trust it all. Don’t give up because
your dream is just as valuable as the next person and the next. You have the
power to bring anything into reality with positive steps. That magic we all
dream of, does truly exist.
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