What if I told you there is only one thing that is deterring you from your dreams and aspirations? Just one thing... that sounds too good to be true, right?

Well, it isn't.

Ultimately, it is ourselves that is stopping us from reaching our goals. In this case, we are our own worst enemies. *My Own Worst Enemy starts playing in the background* Here's why.

We are constantly waiting for permission to do what we need to do to make ourselves happy. You are not a child anymore.

You do not need permission to live your dreams.

Stop waiting for someone to tell you "you'd be great at that!" or "you should definitely go for it". Too much of our lives are spent on waiting. We wait for the "perfect sign" and just the right circumstances to follow our wants. It's time to stop waiting to live.

Stop settling.

This is another problem that is pushing us further from our plans. We just accept that our lives are the way they are. Live your life how it is truly supposed to be. Things do not have to just remain average. You have the choice to change that.

Doubt yourself NO more. I promise you are capable of more than you realize and can achieve anything you want.

Self-doubt is toxic — cut that out of your life. Also, cut the toxic people from your life. They will not change and they're only bringing you down. You know who they are. You are capable of so much more without their negativity. Positive thoughts only.

It's OK to be scared.

I promise it's normal. Yes, there is a fear of failure, but what about the chance of success? You will never know if you do not take that step and try. Fear is all in your head.

I challenge you to live the life of your dreams...starting now. Too many people will never live the life of their dreams. Too many people will continue to live a mediocre life. Don't let that be you. Move forward and create the life of your wonders today.