115 Times People Turned Their Big And Small Dreams Into Reality And Inspired The Internet ~ COSMO MAG

Not to sound too cheesy, but… you've got this. You are perfectly capable of accomplishing any goal that you prioritize. The journey is going to be long and difficult. There will be moments when your motivation and optimism waver. But with enough persistence, grit, and luck, you'll eventuallyreach success.

Our team atBored Pandahas collected some of the most inspiring andwholesomephotos that people shared after making their dreams come true. Scroll down for a big serving of positivity and a reminder that nothing is impossible.

1 million followers! It's everything we've been working for, and we couldn't wipe the smiles off our faces if we tried. The dream is coming true!

Pride is an understatement. He just received a full-ride scholarship to the school of his dreams. My son is going to rock the world as a lawyer!

While it's helpful to be realistic about your abilities and limits, it's also worth embracing some of your more ambitious, hopeful, and optimistic traits, too. In short, you want to be realistically optimistic and be confident that you can develop the right skills needed to reach your goals.

Of course, you want to avoid the pitfalls of becoming overconfident or delusional. What's more, you want to keep your critical thinking intact without succumbing to over-the-top pessimism or cynicism either. It's a delicate balance to maintain.

AsForbes explains, optimism isn't something you're born with, but a competence that you can develop. And not only can you develop it, but, arguably, you should do it, too.

"Research has shown that the practical use of this skill results in a change of our perception of reality and the quality of our thoughts, both of which eventually affect our physical health," Forbes states.

My wrist has reminded me that I'm no longer young… Hahaha, but it felt good to be out in the world, living my life.

Almost lost her due to a rare liver disease caused by pregnancy. Was induced at 35 weeks, and after 19 days in the NICU, my baby is finally home. My heart is so full.

For one, optimistic individuals are less likely to develop infectious diseases compared to pessimists. What's more, optimists are better able to maintain a healthier lifestyle and tend to live longer.

Positive emotions tend to result in more motivation, perseverance, satisfaction in relationships, and overall better personal and professional results.

On the flip side, pessimists are more anxious, distracted, less engaged, and get worse results.

As per Forbes, realistic optimism allows people to balance out the pros and cons in various situations and individuals.

"It is the courage to explore opportunities, where others are blocked by risk and failure, with the belief that the future will be better than the past."

And though we don't, in fact, know what the future will actually hold, you can still hope that it will be better and work toward making that come true. Meanwhile, you also objectively accept your current circumstances and don't shy away from the truth.

After getting laid off twice in six months, and moving my family to a crammed apartment in a new city for a job I didn't like, I'm now at a job I love and buying my dream home. It has a bathtub.

As a kid, I visited this store every chance I got. Today, they're carrying a game I made. A year after our big kickstarter and quitting my job, this is my "Made it" moment.

It won't be my profession as I have one already. But when I was little and people asked me "what do you wanna be when you grow up" I said "pilot". I am so happy I am able to fly now.

In our experience, turning your dreams into reality comes down to a few main qualities like courage, focus, discipline, wisdom, and perseverance.

First off, chasing your dreams is scary. It requires a lot of time and effort, and you might worry about failure or the judgments of those around you. So, you have to have the courage to do what you know in your heart of hearts is worth doing and will lead to truefulfillment.

Next, you have to understand that priorities are just that—priorities. You have to carve out time for your pursuits.

Work toward your goal every single day, even if it's just a few minutes at a time. That incremental effort adds up very quickly. But you have to be consistent. That feeling of progress is going to boost your confidence, which will help you overcome any setbacks later.

He's working as a technician at a custom classic auto restoration shop.

How you chase your dreams matters quite a lot. While there's a lot to be said for persistence (we really value hard work), you also need to work smart. And that means consistently taking small, intelligent risks that will further your goals.

That also means analyzing your actions and asking for feedback, and then doing things slightly better the next time around. You have to be flexible enough to adapt your strategy. And it also means getting plenty of rest because you are most efficient when you're recharged.

They tried to get into my sleeves and hide under my jacket the second time I was there. It was so cute. I wish I could take them all home with me, but of course I would never actually do that.

Lastly, perseverance is probably what sets most successful individuals apart from the rest. Having the willpower, grit, and tenacity (or whatever you want to call it) to push through miserable failure after miserable failure is a superpower.

Over a long enough timeframe, with daily incremental effort, you are going to make your dreams come true. A dash of good luck can accelerate your progress, but at the end of the day, what matters is not giving up.

My new goal is to be established in more galleries, and to thrive in my new photography business!

The card would be Soul of Emancipation, Disciplined Duelist, and Lagrella the Magpie for "Streets of New Capenna."

That being said, you also have to set your ego and stubbornness aside and be as self-aware as possible. Recognize when you need to shift strategies or to rest when you're near burnout.

That's why having a strong social network is so important. Positive, deep relationships are incredibly meaningful and fundamental to the human experience. But on top of that, having people in your corner to lift you up, hear you out, or provide advice is immeasurably helpful on your path toward your dreams.

Been wanting to get a certification for years, I am absolutaly obsessed with marine life, the deep sea and conserving the ocean. I would love to explore more beautiful reefs, learn more about the life there and how I can help with conservation of our wonderful marine life.

We worked on it for a little over 4 years, full time. My brother worked for a software development company and I worked at a game publishing company before this. I got a lot of experience making Skyrim mods as well over the years.

Once you've looked through these brilliant photos and upvoted your favorite ones, we'd like to hear from you in the comments, dear Pandas. Which of these stories inspired you the most?

What goals are you actively trying to achieve right now, no matter how big or small they might be? What are your greatest ambitions and most magicaldreamsin life? We honestly can't wait to hear from you. Let us know!

Spending my early twenties with a mouth full of metal was a bit rough, but I am so glad I went through with it. I used to cry every time I went to the dentist, I couldn't look in the mirror while brushing my teeth, and I never showed my real smile. I wish everyone with bad teeth could receive the dental treatments they need, because I know what a burden and shame they bring. Every time I show my genuine smile, I am reminded that I don't need to hide my pearly whites anymore.

They had an opening at my local spca and I applied!! Hadn't worked with animals before, just had pets.

Jack and Violet. Jack and his family purchased seats in our upper-class cabin for a flight home from New York, but when he got on board, Jack went and found Violet in economy and swapped seats with her. He then sat on the row of seats directly next to the economy toilets and never made a peep or asked for anything the rest of the flight. No fuss, no attention, literally did it out of the kindness of his own heart, no one asked him too.Violet is 88 years old, has been a nurse in both the UK and over in America. She travels to New York to see her daughter, but hasn't been able to for a while because of a knee replacement. Her dream has always been to sit at the front, and Jack made that come true. You should've seen her face, when I tucked her in her bed after supper, she said her daughter won't believe her and wanted a selfie to prove it, but didn't have a phone or an email address. These photos are getting sent in the post tomorrow.

My piece "The House" will be featured alongside other Hurricane Helene-affected artists at The Asheville Art Museum for the upcoming exhibit Asheville Strong: Celebrating Art and Community After Helene. Having my art in a museum is truly a lifelong dream come true. So grateful.

I bought someone's hunting property in Michigan, about 45 minutes from my house, and carved myself out a place for my truck and a spot to hide out. I just stayed out there for my first time, dream come true.

My girlfriend gave me the best birthday present by taking me to a wolf sanctuary for a private cuddle session with the wolves (under supervision, of course).

All I do is use a gentle cleanser once a day at night (using vanicream now), then tret, then cetaphil daily moisturizer. Less is best!

Honestly the pic does not do the dress justice. Sorry for that. She is an extremely talented Grandma.

In my 20's, I wanted to travel the world. See what's out there. But after that, I wanted my own place. A safe space where I could just be me. After years of working & struggling with depression, I finally FINALLY have my own place. Every time I see this I tear up. Good job, self. You made it!

They appraised the necklace I found at $50,000-$60,000.

I'm Teaching 8th-12th, hand building, throwing, basic skills, the works! We mainly use low fire so a lot of Amaco, Duncan and the occasional Laguna Salt Glaze.

I wanted to join so bad, I just never thought I'd have the money or talent for a costume of my own. This is my Vader build as of now.

Always been a huge fan, and Marty McFly is in my top 10 best characters of all time. Just wanted to share the love.

This is the first girl in our family for the last 23 years. And my oldest son.

I have always wanted a hammock and to turn my backyard into a verdant oasis, but had a lot of health issues the last few years. This year I'm finally in a better spot, so I tackled all the weeding and planting and attempted to add a cozy, oasis feeling to the backyard. Last night while I was reading a book in my hammock and the dog hopped in, this wave of immense gratitude and awe sort of swept me downstream. After a lot of successive hard years, realizing you're now in a place of peace is quite a doozy! But pleasant.

After being moved into this room for about 1.5 years, I finally feel like my room is ready to be shown off. I've been so inspired since being a mostly silent member in this community and seeing everyone's unique rooms!I've always struggled finding a personal style because I'm attracted to every style to some degree lol. But eventually, I discovered an absolute love for vintage items! I've been collecting for about 5 years now and I have many pieces I haven't displayed yet as I'm still finding the perfect place for it, haha.In the future, I'd love to add a DIY canopy above my bed to help cover the blank wall but haven't found fabric I love at any of the thrifts and buying from a fabric store is expensive.Many things I've gotten off of FB marketplace, estate sales, and thrift stores. Hope you all enjoy it as much as I do!

I never thought I'd ever find a career worth toiling over and was almost jealous of people who have found "their thing". I hope whoever else is out there tossing up on whether to take that leap does it. I didn't know it could bring you THAT much happiness. Trust me, whatever drives you... its worth it!

2 years ago, I splurged some money and bought a camera because I'd always wanted to try to take pictures of the stars. The top picture was the only decent picture out of 700 taken on my first clueless attempt. The bottom was taken about 2 weeks ago.

Tony is my buddy's grandfather! He passed away a few years back, and we decided to name it after him because we know he'd be proud of what we're doing!

Flying flying flying till the last airport. A ferry ride to a small island. Then local boat to a smaller island. Then another boat to another smaller further island. Keep going till run out of money for gas.

Was a dream come true and made me smile big time!

I went for a sunset hike in the North Cascades and had just made it to the summit. As I was admiring the views, drinking some high quality H2O and snapping pics, I noticed the grey jays nearby. It's not uncommon for other hikers to feed these guys so I'm sure they thought I'd have some food to share. I didn't bring any sort of food but I wanted to see if they'd come to me regardless. I stuck out my finger and asked if they'd join me in a selfie. A few of them happily obliged.

He has never had time to follow his passion for painting. He told me his dream was to master watercolor painting. He sent me this yesterday.

I was driving my delivery van down a main highway where I live which is usually quite busy. Out of the corner of my eye, about a quarter mile down, I saw a little kitten. I got out of the van, and the kitten came back out onto the shoulder and came running towards me. When he was about 5 feet from me, he turned and ran and darted across the highway. Luckily, there was no traffic for a brief window, so I was able to follow him.I picked him up and put his head in my armpit, and he immediately calmed down and just let me hold him. I have never felt more fulfilled and in the right place at the right time. He has officially come home with me and has bounced back very well from severe dehydration. He is healthy, happy, and about 6-8 weeks old.

Tournament Players Club (TPC) is a chain of public and private golf courses operated by the PGA Tour.

This is my mom. She spent the past 23 years at home raising 6 kids, one with Down's, and being completely selfless for us. Her only personal outlet is singing, and today she got signed on as the lead singer in a cover band in Austin, TX!

Obsessed with theme parks my whole life, my dream of being a ride operator ended when I was confined to a wheelchair. Well, thanks to some amazing people and hard work, my dream came true as I am now a certified ride operator!

Then: me, age 7, at the Field Museum when I first decided to be a paleontologist.Now: me, age 23, a visiting researcher in the paleo collections at the Field Museum studying dinosaurs.

I am from India and currently live and study in Italy. I obtained my first license on May 15, 2023. Because I was 19 at the time, I only received an A2 license, which means I could only ride motorcycles up to 48 HP. My first motorcycle was cheap and reliable. However, I always dreamed of owning a Triumph Rocket 3, ever since I first saw one. Fast forward to May 27, 2025, when I obtained my full motorcycle license. On June 18, I bought my dream bike. At 21, I finally own my dream bike. I have been working since I was 15, slowly saving up. Today I am thankful that I didn't spend it on useless things.

Yes, I will be putting up railings and protecting natural gas + HVAC.

I've been writing since I was a little guy. Being emotionally abandoned gave me plenty of time to create my worlds. But I never ever thought about SELLING my stories until a few years ago. I was happy to create fun stories all on my own, just for me. I feel writing for oneself, even in a professional way, is the goal. Write the book YOU want to read, don't worry about if someone else will like your story. Will YOU like the story? If yes, then guaranteed someone else could too.

Some or other reason stopped me from buying a gaming laptop/PC all these years, financial or circumstantial. For so many years I thought someday, and today I was able to buy it all in one payment with my own money (for me it's an achievement). Just wanted to share it with a community full of people who love gaming PCs/laptops.

I went to the US for the first time ever this year, and this was an obligatory point in the itinerary. I've been obsessed with Monk since I was 12, to the point I can replay the episodes in my head before bed. It really is a jungle out there.

It took me two months to complete this look, but it also brought me a true platinum trophy.

Since literally everyone told me not to, I worked on it for like four months. This is just the best outcome. I've had the bad ones too, but no sense in talking about those mess-ups.

I got the keys on 14th February and gifted them to my mom as a Valentine's gift. I saw the smile on my mom's face when I presented her the key, and it was the most wonderful and wholesome moment of my life, which I had waited for for so long.

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