Radio Headspace Letting Go of a Dream Isn’t Failure—It’s Growth
Jun 10, 2025
Dora shares her journey of letting go of her childhood dream to play in the WNBA, highlighting the guilt that accompanied this decision. The discussion reveals how releasing past aspirations can lead to personal growth rather than being viewed as a failure. A Zen parable emphasizes the importance of evolving beyond former dreams while still honoring our inner child. Additionally, the podcast touches on the significance of sleep health and fashionable choices in enhancing overall well-being.
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Dora's Basketball Dream
- Dora Kamau pursued her childhood dream of playing in the WNBA through disciplined basketball practice from fourth grade to 12th grade.
- Growing up in Canada made this path feel impossible, leading her to eventually stop chasing it.
Growth Means Letting Go
- Letting go of past dreams is not failure but a sign of personal evolution and maturity.
- Our younger selves lacked the information we have now and changing course is listening more closely to our current selves.
Zen Story of Growth
- Dora shares a Zen story of a calligrapher who trained intensely but eventually felt disconnected and sought his teacher's advice.
- The teacher told him his younger self led him so far, but now it's time to move forward without that old version.