Dr. Hanson and Forrest explore how we can learn from and bring to life our childhood dreams - a key part of Aspiration.If you'd like to start making real, positive changes to your brain and your life, but you don't have a lot of extra time, then you may want to check out Rick Hanson's new program: Just One Minute. Use the code BEINGWELL at checkout for 10% off the purchase price.Sponsor Message: We're now on Patreon! If you'd like to support the podcast, follow this link.Connect with the show:Visit us on the webFollow us on InstagramFollow Rick on FacebookFollow Forrest on FacebookSubscribe on iTunesThe material in this podcast comes in large part from our book Resilient: How to Grow an Unshakable Core of Calm, Strength, and Happiness. If you like the podcast, you'll love the book!Timestamps:1:15: Why is aspiration a key strength?3:30: Why are childhood dreams important?6:15: Viewing the world without assumptions.10:15: Aspiring toward ends rather than means.14:15: Being conscious of the impact of other people.20:20: How the “dreaded experience” stops us from aspiring.24:00: Love, work, and play.29:15: Including talents and values in your life.34:20: Ikigai37:45: Recap