"Your Big Vision Means Nothing if You’re Too Lazy to Chase It"

Picture this : You wake up one morning, sip your coffee, and think, I have a grand vision for my life? You scribble it down—something like “Build a thriving business empire,” “Get abs without sacrificing pizza,” or “Travel the world and live in a van (but a fancy van, with Wi-Fi).” And then, instead of taking that first step, you just… sit there, staring at your vision like it’s a Netflix show. That’s when it hits you: Vision without action is basically a daydream with a fancier title.

Let me paint you a picture of my most recent encounter with this phenomenon. I decided I needed a greenhouse in my backyard. Not just any greenhouse—the greenhouse, where plants grow faster, better, and probably wiser. I had a vision board, a Pinterest folder, and a detailed sketch that looked like it was made by someone who definitely watched at least one YouTube video on architecture. But then, I got distracted. By what, you ask? Well, mostly snacks and my couch. Months later, the only thing “growing” was the regret every time I glanced at the spot where my greenhouse was supposed to stand.

Here’s the thing about vision: It’s sexy. It makes you feel like the protagonist of your own epic movie montage. But action? Oh no, action is messy. It involves sweat, spreadsheets, and—heaven forbid—possibly failing a few times. Vision is like the Instagram photo of a perfectly plated meal; action is the chaos in the kitchen, where you realize you forgot to buy half the ingredients and the smoke alarm is screaming in judgment.

Let’s be honest, we’ve all been guilty of this. You buy a planner, convinced this is the year you’re going to be organized. You write “Start running” in big, bold letters on Monday’s slot, and then by Tuesday, the planner becomes a decorative item, sitting next to that unread self-help book you swore would change your life.

But here’s where it gets wild—vision without action doesn’t just stop at doing nothing. Oh no, it has the nerve to convince you that thinking about it counts as progress. I’ve spent hours researching fitness plans and watching motivational videos, only to never actually step foot in a gym. But hey, I looked great sitting at home in my new jeans, eating chips. That counts for something, right? (Spoiler: It doesn’t.)

Now, don’t get me wrong—vision is important. It’s your North Star, your guiding light, the thing that keeps you from drifting aimlessly. But without action, it’s just a very elaborate form of procrastination. It’s like having a flashlight with no batteries or owning a Ferrari but never putting gas in the tank. You’re not going anywhere, my friend, except in circles, fueled by your own frustration.

So what’s the solution? Honestly, it’s as simple as it is annoying: Just start. Stop overthinking and take the smallest, most awkward step forward. Want to write a book? Write one terrible sentence today. Want to start a business? Email one person who might care. Want to build a greenhouse? Buy a hammer (and maybe learn how to use it). It’s not about giant leaps—it’s about consistently tripping forward until you accidentally look like you know what you’re doing.

And trust me, action doesn’t have to be glamorous. The first draft of anything is going to look like a hot mess, whether it’s a book, a workout routine, or a greenhouse. But here’s the secret: Messy action beats perfect inaction every time. Because at least when you’re taking action, you’re moving. And as long as you’re moving, you’re closing the gap between your vision and reality.

So the next time you find yourself stuck in the cycle of “thinking about it,” remember this: Vision without action is futile, but action without vision is just… well, chaos. Put them together, though? That’s where the magic happens.

Now if you’ll excuse me, I’m off to build a greenhouse. Or at least buy a hammer. Baby steps.