Remember that majestic unicorn you saw prancing across the internet? The one with the shimmering coat and the horn that promised wishes and wonder?

Chasing dreams can feel a lot like that unicorn – beautiful, full of potential, and then BAM!

That lovely unicorn impales your ass with its horn. Ouch!!!

Now you’re in a lot of metaphorical pain and suddenly the idea of chasing dream-infused rainbows seems much less appealing.

Let's face it, dreams can be tough. They demand grit, hustle, and sometimes, the emotional equivalent of eating wet grass (because even unicorns don’t like wet grass).

So, when the going gets rough and the temptation to toss your dream-creating magic wand into the "Goodwill Donation Pile" is strong, you might find yourself muttering, "Maybe I'm not unicorn-material afterall."

But hold on, dream weaver, before you donate your magic wand and purchase something much less magical, consider this: giving up on your dreams is like kicking a unicorn in the knee.

(And stay with me on these points….I’m well aware that I’m stretching this whole “unicorn thing” quite far.)

So don’t give up because…

1. Unicorns are magical, and so are you. Don't let the world cut off your sparkly horn. You've got the potential to achieve amazing things, even if right now you're feeling more like a grumpy donkey than a majestic mythical beast.

2. Kicking things, even metaphorical unicorns, is generally frowned upon. Plus, imagine the poor unicorn's sparkly tears! It doesn't deserve such cruelty. And neither do you. Your dreams are inside of you for a reason, kicking them just because you are struggling a bit will only cause more pain in your soul.

3. Giving up is the opposite of magical. Seriously, the world has enough quitters, whiners, and magic haters. Be the rebel, the one who chases their dreams even when giving up might appear to be the most “logical” thing to do.

The path to your dreams is rarely a unicorn gallop. It's more like a winding forest trail up a mountain filled with rockslides, dead ends, and the occasional grumpy troll.

But the view from the top? Totally worth the scraped knees and questionable troll encounters.

So, the next time you feel like giving up, do yourself a favor:

Talk. Reach out to a friend, family member, or coach – they can all offer support and remind you why you started this crazy dream journey in the first place.

Celebrate. Did you finally write that first sentence of your book? High-five yourself! Did you get your resume ready? Do a victory dance! Did you do 15 minutes of cardio? Theme song from Rocky time! Every step, no matter how small, is a step closer to your goal.

Remember. What sparked this dream in the first place? Reconnect with that passion, that fire in your belly, and let it reignite your motivation.

Chasing your dreams might be tough, but trust me, it's a heck of a lot more rewarding than living with the regret of not trying your hardest.

So, chin up, buttercup, and keep chasing those dreams! The world needs your magic.

After all, who wants a world without unicorns? I certainly don’t. 🦄