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Dreams and Determination

Everyone has many dreams. But only some people are able to fulfil them. Often, success comes with the support of parents, teachers, and friends. Those who achieve their dreams are determined to never give up, no matter the obstacles.

My Childhood Dreams

When I was young, I had many ambitions: to become a professor, lecturer, teacher, or engineer. I couldn’t decide what I truly wanted. Whenever I saw an engineer or professor, I thought their job looked easy, so I imagined myself in their shoes. When I saw my teachers at school, I thought, I can teach better than him.

But the truth was—I was stuck. I didn’t know what I wanted to be. For years, I couldn’t figure out where my strengths lay or which of my qualities matched my dream job.

A New Path: Businesswoman or Teacher?

As I grew older, I decided I wanted to be a businesswoman and open a primary school, with hopes of expanding it later. But financial challenges stood in my way. Again, I found myself in a dilemma.

Then I thought about becoming a teacher. Yet, learning centres required experience, and I couldn’t join a school or any centre.

The Turning Point

One day, while narrating a story to a friend, she said: “You are creating a story very wisely. You are very creative. Why don’t you start writing a storybook?”

That moment changed everything. I realized what I had been searching for was right in front of me all along.

Discovering My Hidden Talent

Sometimes, you don’t recognize your own ability—but others can see it clearly. After my friend’s encouragement, I wrote one story. A few days later, I discovered I had written thirty stories without even realizing it. I was thrilled!

Gathering all those stories together, I decided to create a book.

Becoming a Published Author

At last, I published my storybook. Today, I am proud to say—I am a published author.

My Message to You

You can fulfil your dream at any time—it doesn’t matter when. Age doesn’t matter. What matters is persistence. Look into your qualities, open your eyes, and search for opportunities. Opportunities knock at your door all the time; you just have to listen and decide what to do.

Phrases for Hopes and Dreams

• I would love to…
• I hope…
• My dream is…
• I want to be…
• My ambition is to be…
• I would like to…
• I dream of / I dream about…
• It’s my goal to…
• I wish I could….
• If I could, I would…
• I’m aiming to…

Examples:

1. I would love to…

• I would love to sing on stage.  
• I would love to meet my favourite author.  
• I would love to see the Northern Lights.  
• I would love to learn how to play the guitar.  

2. I hope (that)…

• I hope I pass the exam.
• I hope she gets the job.
• I hope we can travel next year.

3. My dream is to…

• My dream is to become an astronaut.
• My dream is to open a small café.  
• My dream is to help people in need.  
• My dream is to travel to every continent. 

4. I want to be…

• I want to be a teacher.  
• I want to be famous one day.  
• I want to be strong and healthy.  
• I want to be someone who inspires others.  

5. I would like to…

• I would like to start my own business.
• I would like to learn how to play the piano.
• I would like to visit Japan.

6. I dream of / I dream about…

• I dream of becoming a doctor.
• I dream about living in Paris.
• I dream of writing a novel one day.

7. It’s my goal to…

• It’s my goal to graduate with honours.
• It’s my goal to run a marathon.
• It’s my goal to become fluent in English.

8. I wish I could…

• I wish I could fly.
• I wish I could speak ten languages.
• I wish I could go back in time.

9. If I could, I would…

• If I could, I would live on an island.
• If I could, I would help every homeless person.
• If I could, I would become a singer.

10. I’m aiming to…

• I’m aiming to improve my writing skills.
• I’m aiming to finish my degree by next year.
• I’m aiming to become more confident in public speaking.

Other Aspiration Phrases

• I wish I could speak fluent Mandarin.  
• She longs to visit Paris one day.  
• We aspire to make a difference in our community.  
• His ambition is to be a professional musician.  
• They’re determined to achieve success.  
• My biggest wish is to live with my family.
• I hope to learn Mandarin quickly.  
• I hope to make new friends at school.