My Dreams Come True

Many citizens might give up after their first failure, and then deny the dream’s existence. This statement is false. Failures are inevitable, but it is the resiliency and consistency that separates the true aspirants from the lazy daydreamers. No person has been perfect on their first try at their dream. Many of today’s wealthy elite have had massive downfalls until they finally succeeded. It is similar to a janitor’s set of keys. There are numerous keys, but only one key will fit, and you will never know which one will fit. This mentality is present in many of today’s elite, as they were once ordinary citizens. They were the few that tried their set of keys and relentlessly maintained their drive to their final destination. This process is represented by James Truslow Adams, in his book The Epic of America. Adams claims that the American Dream offers “opportunity for each according to ability or achievement”(Adams 214). Adams shows us that the American Dream is an equal opportunity for every American, but the resilience and ability to accept failures largely determines the accomplishers. Nevertheless, the American Dream has been and will always be a trial and error

In our lives everyone is struggling in the battle of achieving success, the American dream or wealth. Whatever it may be we acknowledge the fact that hard work is always necessary. By having remarkable grades, being a well-rounded student and having a good personality. These are just the basic essentials vital for succeeding in the fast pace and competitive world around us. With a strong background getting into a college becomes painless and then getting a dream job. Having more money to buy a home, supporting a family and giving to the needy. It is a basic goal of ours. At the bottom of this large building that we will build up, are the pillars that support the building. These pillars are a strong

One of the key aspects of The American Dream is effort. Thomas Edison once said “Many of life’s failures are men who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up.”Edison

It was a rainy Monday morning. The harsh fluorescents flickered above our heads as the quiet hum of the classroom filled the thick, humid air. My English class had been tasked with creating our own definitions of the American Dream. Most responses involved some mention of fame or money, prestige or success. As I listened to my classmates, my face grew dark. I remember thinking, There has to be more than this. We cling to the American dream, the vaunted promise that life will get better and that reward is inevitable for the obedient and hard-working. However, this once fulfilling sentiment has gradually subsided to the harsh realities of narcissistic pursuits and materialistic ventures. This I could not accept. I was driven by the desire to make a difference. I wanted to incite change and prove that money and material wealth are not, and cannot, be the end-all. In that moment, I vowed to myself that I would never accept a life I did not love. Determination to unearth my passion on my own terms consumed

Picture a long, windy road, and ponder upon the surroundings, the different paths, and the potential obstacles located within it. Consider the different types of creatures and objects that are found amongst its surroundings, and the roles that they play in comparison. When thought about, the road can be a metaphor for one’s life. Life is a journey filled with many different twists and turns; you never really know what direction you will be taken in, and with everyday comes a brand new adventure. There will be hardships and struggles- some of which may even seem impossible to overcome at times. With perseverance, however, positive outcomes with also occur, which brings into existence the American Dream ideal.

Picture a long, windy road, and ponder upon the surroundings, the different paths, and the potential obstacles located within it. When thought about, the road can be a metaphor for one’s life. Life is a journey filled with many different twists and turns; you never really know what direction you will be taken in, and with everyday comes a brand new adventure. There will be hardships and struggles- some of which may even seem impossible to overcome at times. With perseverance, however, positive outcomes with also occur, which brings into existence the American Dream ideal.

“There are two tragedies in life. One is to not get your heart’s desire. The other is to get it.” The quote is about dreams and reality. Everyone has dreams to follow, and believe in.

Every person has one big goal in their lives would like to become successful. Whether it is a small child wanting to become a fireman, to a middle aged man wanting to own a business. I would want to have a good job and live a happy lifestyle. I am not saying that I would like to become rich and famous, just that I would have a nice job and a happy life. I know that to achieve this goal I will have to work hard in every way I can. It won’t be easy and it doesn't guarantee my success, but it is necessary to try.

Growing up as kids we are always told by our parents or loved ones to have dreams and set goals for ourselves; never let anything stop us from reaching those dreams. Whether it be becoming a doctor, lawyer, scientist or even an actor/actress. Though many of us already know, we can set as many goals for ourselves and have the biggest dreams one can imagine, but nothing comes easy in this world. Take Denzel Washington, one of the biggest actors in Hollywood today, if you go back thirty years and ask him if he thinks he would win not one but two Oscars he would probably say no. Although he set goals for himself and made his dream come true with help from the mentorship and guidance of the Boys and Girls Club of America, he knew it was necessary to have goals in mind that could be achieved. He was determined, dedicated, and persistent. He made me realize it is necessary to have a positive attitude and work without dedication is dead.

The rat race in America of individuals reaching their specific goals and aspirations is called the American dream. All people of different sizes, shapes or colors have their own American dreams and everyone is unique. While the conquest of achieving one’s American dream is a trial of its own; once reached, though, the spoils are enjoyed. In America, setting specific goals to eventually reach is a unprecedented and fool-proof way of being the happiest possible citizen of the great red, white and blue. The American dream comes in a multiplex array of ideas. However, some of the most prevalent and important dreams are the will and pursuit Americans face every day to be happy, the driving force of an individual to acquire

Nowadays, people give up easily due to the obstacles that life gives them. However, when they dream, they’re most likely to succeed and have a better outcome. Having your mind on something, helps you to accomplish greater things; in addition, negativity isn’t going to help to get there.Moreover, when people are positive that they can do anything, they go through it all.

My goal will be to agree with the author and to further his points in the essay. I plan to show that with hard work and perseverance you can accomplish a lot. I want to show that while your journey may be difficult and riddled with negativity, there is most always a light at the end of the tunnel.

“HAVEN’T YOU SEEN THE TV SHOWS?” Jasmine exclaimed. Everyone, once again, groaned. Mae suggested just to keep on going uphill, although we were soon going to be soaked. There weren’t many houses as we went on uphill, but, we weren’t going to risk getting kidnapped on a dark and slippery night. Also, we had to ride very carefully because the roads were so vague.

Many people have doubt whether the American dream is just a dream or a reachable goal. This question has been debated in every level of society across the nation; however, research shines the light to the wanderers as it reveals that the American dream is not only still alive, more importantly, it is achievable. As Tony Tian-Ren Lin, a researcher stated in his journal called The Gospel of the American Dream that “Over its history, American individualism has centered around a heightened sense of agency, the idea that every individual has the right to decide his or her own future” (Lin 5) which aligned with Brandon King, a law student at Indiana University who wrote The American Dream: Dead, Alive, or on Hold? claimed that “Many…say that the American Dream is dead, but I say that it’s more alive and important than ever-and that it is the key to climbing out of the Great Recession” (611). Both researchers conducted the research thought academic method and personal experience, have derived the conclusion that the American dream is reachable and everybody, when well train and prepare, can achieve their dreamed lives and overcome any obstacles. One way to reach this goal is practicing self-development. Instead of waiting for the right job, the right moment or the right company that suits one’s skills, one must work on self-improvement continually. Self-determination is one way to self-development. Even religion requires its disciples to practices self-determination as a way to

Throughout my life I have always dreamed of a moment. While dreaming of this moment I picture myself at the podium receiving my high school diploma. While doing this I take a deep breath and appreciate the moment. This moment consists of me looking into the crowd of respected elders and knowing I have my life figured out. In this dream I have a perfect understanding of what I will do for my college education, I know what I will do for my career, and I have made up in my mind what I want for my life. Looking into reality I can comprehend this dream. The only objective that I haven’t completed in this dream is the ceremony of graduation. I have a perfect understanding of what I want in my life, especially in the department of college