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From Nanny to World Traveler: Dreams Do Come True

Gillian OrtegaJune 18, 20253 min read

I've stood on the Great Wall of China, I've sailed the Greek Isles, I've walked the streets of Paris, and I've seen the pyramids of Egypt. I've been blessed to earn 24 trips around the world. But the most amazing part of that story is not the destinations; it's the starting point. It all started with a girl who was a nanny, making $20 a week, with a dream that seemed impossible.

I'm sharing this with you not to impress you, but to impress upon you that your current circumstances are not your final destination. The life you are dreaming of is available to you. The travel, the freedom, the ability to give back to your family—it's all possible. But it doesn't happen by accident.

The Core Principle: Success is the Reward for Service

These trips, these luxuries, they were not the goal. They were the byproduct. They were the reward for years of dedicated service to my team and my clients. When you focus on serving others, on helping them achieve their dreams, the universe has a way of rewarding you with a life beyond your wildest dreams. The secret to getting is giving.

The Million-Dollar Framework: The Dream Life Blueprint

1. Define Your "Why" Destination

What is the one destination, the one experience, that represents true freedom and success to you? Is it a trip to Paris? A house on the beach? Paying for your children's college education? Get crystal clear on what you're working for. That vision will pull you through the tough times.

2. Create a "First-Class" Mindset

You will never live a first-class life with a coach-class mindset. Start acting like the person who has already achieved your dreams. How would they dress? How would they talk? How would they carry themselves? Embody the energy of your destination, right now.

3. Build Your "Dream Team"

You don't have to do it alone. In fact, you can't. The fastest way to achieve your dreams is to help others achieve theirs. Build a team, a community, a network of people who are all running in the same direction. Your collective energy will create miracles.

Income-Producing Activity (IPA)

This week, I want you to create a "Dream Life" vision board. But I don't want you to just cut out pictures of cars and houses. I want you to find images that represent the *feelings* you want to experience. Freedom. Joy. Peace. Abundance. Put it somewhere you will see it every day. This is not just a craft project; it's a tool for programming your subconscious mind for success.

Unshakable Belief Close

God doesn't give you a dream without giving you the ability to achieve it. The life you are dreaming of is not a fantasy; it's a prophecy. It's your destiny, waiting for you to claim it. Now go, and take the first step. Because when your WHY makes you CRY, you are DESTINED FOR GREATNESS!

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Gillian Ortega

Gillian Ortega

National Sales Director Emeritus, Author, and Founder of the I Can Dream Academy.

With over 30 years of experience building a multi-million dollar empire and mentoring thousands of women, Gillian is dedicated to helping you unlock your potential and achieve the life of your dreams.

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