Taking the first step toward pursuing your dreams can be daunting, especially for people re-entering the job market after years at home. But breaking your goal into smaller, more manageable steps can make the whole process less overwhelming and more achievable.  

Meet Sheena Melwani, whose brother told her to "just start. Take one step today because that will mean one less step tomorrow." 

Pursuing her lifelong dream to be a singer, Sheena Melwani found her path unexpectedly altered as she embraced motherhood and put her music career on hold. But with determination and an amazing support system, Sheena found her way back to music and to a brand new way of connecting with people through humorous videos with her husband. The world responded, with billions of people viewing Sheena's videos, embracing her sense of joy, and connecting to her laughter.  

But that's not all. Sheena and her family knew there were other ways to spread joy. After experiencing years in the hospital with her sister's child, Sheena and her family started a nonprofit to bring "joy boxes" to kids with long-term illnesses. 

In this episode, you'll learn:

• How to work backwards to realize a dream
• Why taking that first step can feel like a mystery ... and why you should do it anyway
• How being authentic and relatable is the best way to connect with your people

Learn more about Sheena  and Spread the Joy here.

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