Dream Big: Expect to Be Tested
Embracing the Journey When You Dream Big
Let’s be real—when you dream big, you're going to get tested. Like, fully. The universe kind of looks at you and says, are you really in? Because big dreams don’t just come wrapped in glitter and ease. They come with resistance. With lessons. With moments that’ll stretch you in ways you didn’t see coming.
But that stretch? That’s the point. That’s where the magic lives.
Jaclyn and Sam have both felt this deeply. Whether it was launching The Freq App, investing in real estate, or building a life rooted in purpose and trust—every big dream came with its own wild ride. Every challenge was molding them into the version of themselves that could actually hold what they were asking for.
How Big Is Your Dream?
If you’re reading this, chances are... you’re a dreamer too. And not just a little dreamer. A bold, heart-on-fire, let’s-go-all-in kind of dreamer. But here’s the thing—big dreams aren’t just about what you want. They’re about who you’re becoming along the way.
Jaclyn and Sam have been stretched. Humbled. Fired up. Brought to their knees. And through it all, they’ve realized that the size of the dream almost always matches the size of the growth.
So ask yourself: how big are you willing to go? And are you ready to become the version of yourself that dream is calling forward?
How to Handle Challenges
We also explore strategies to handle these tests effectively. Because let’s be honest—this journey isn’t all high vibes and vision boards. Sometimes it’s full-blown breakdowns, WTF moments, and ugly cries in the car. But that’s not a sign to quit. That’s a sign that you’re in it.
Here’s how Jaclyn and Sam stay grounded when things get messy:
1. Shift Your Perspective
They’ve both learned to ask—what’s this here to teach me? Because when you see every challenge as growth disguised, it changes everything.
2. Lean on Your People
The ones who remind you of your power when you forget it? Gold. Surround yourself with the real ones. The ones who hold space and cheer loud.
3. Be Ridiculously Kind to Yourself
Self-compassion is a superpower. Seriously. The way you talk to yourself matters. Would you say that to your best friend? No? Then don’t say it to yourself either.
4. Keep Your Eyes on the Vision
Some days, that vision might feel far away. But Jaclyn writes it down. Sam meditates on it. They speak it out loud. They stay anchored in what they’re building—even when the path looks nothing like they expected.
How Big Would You Dream If You Couldn't Fail?
Let yourself feel into this for a second. No fear. No shame. No inner critic trying to keep you small. Just pure, limitless you.
What would you go after?
Jaclyn and Sam ask each other this all the time. Because the truth is, failure isn’t the enemy. It’s just part of the process. And when you stop letting fear lead the way, something wild happens—clarity shows up. Confidence shows up. The next right step shows up.
So go ahead. Give yourself permission to dream like you can’t fail.
What We’ve Learned About Dreaming Big
Since this post first went up, a lot has happened. Big wins. Hard lessons. Major recalibrations. And here’s what they’ve picked up along the way:
Dreams Can Evolve
And they should. You’re allowed to shift. You’re allowed to grow. Nothing about that means you’re off-track.Celebrate the Little Stuff
Every baby step matters. Every email sent, every pitch made, every time you chose faith over fear. Throw some metaphorical confetti for all of it.Stay Curious
The more you learn, the more you expand. Books, podcasts, mentors—keep your heart and your mind open.Make It Fun Again
This one’s big. Sam’s always reminding Jaclyn (and all of us) that we didn’t come here to grind ourselves into the ground. Let it feel light. Let it feel playful. Let it feel like you.
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Final Thoughts
If you take one thing from this post, let it be this: big dreams are worth the stretch. The tears. The pivots. The lessons. All of it. Because those dreams are calling you for a reason. They see the real you. The whole you. The you that already exists beneath the doubt.
So keep going. Keep trusting. And when it gets hard, come back to this:
Your dream didn’t show up to tease you. It showed up to wake you up.
Want more fire? Check out this episode of The Freq Show and stay plugged in to the frequency of possibility.
Live on purpose. Live on frequency.
Ien Araneta - editor of The Freq Show & The Beckon Times
