What Do You Really Want?

Hey there, dream explorer! Today we're going to think about the things we really want in life. Sometimes these are called our desires or wishes. Understanding what we truly want can help us make better choices and feel more satisfied with our lives.

Your Wish List Adventure:

  1. Find a quiet place where you can think without distractions.
  2. Take a few deep breaths to center yourself.
  3. Now, think about the five things you want most right now. These could be:
    • Things you want to have (like a new bike or video game)
    • Things you want to do (like learn to play guitar or visit a new place)
    • Things you want to be (like a better friend or a great artist)
  4. Write down your top five wishes or desires.

Tip: It's okay if your wishes seem big or small. What matters is that they're important to you!

Now, let's think deeper about these wishes:

1. Have you ever gotten something you really wanted before? How did it make you feel?

2. Think about a time when you got something you wanted, but the happy feeling didn't last very long. Why do you think that happened?

3. Look at your list of five wishes. Which ones do you think would make you happy for a long time if you got them? Which ones might only make you happy for a short time?

4. Is there anything on your list that would help other people, not just yourself? How does thinking about that make you feel?

Remember, it's natural to want things, and it's okay to work towards goals that are important to you. But it's also good to think about why we want certain things and how they might affect us and others in the long run.

If you want, share your thoughts with a trusted friend or family member. Talking about our wishes and goals can help us understand them better!