1. Actively Listen and Validate

Give your full attention when someone shares their dreams or plans. Respond with genuine interest: “That’s an amazing idea — tell me more.” Avoid immediately pointing out risks or flaws; focus on possibilities first.

2. Share Resources and Connections

If you know of opportunities, mentors, or tools that could help, pass them along. Introduce people to others in your network who can guide or collaborate with them.

3. Celebrate Wins — Big or Small

Recognize milestones like finishing a project, landing an interview, or even just taking a first step. Celebration builds momentum and makes people feel their progress matters.

4. Offer Constructive Support, Not Control

Give feedback that’s solution-focused, not discouraging. Avoid trying to “re-write” someone’s dream to fit your own vision for them.

5. Model Ambition Yourself

When you chase your own goals openly, you inspire others to believe they can too. Share your journey — including setbacks — to normalize persistence.

6. Protect Space for Growth

Create spaces (friend groups, community circles, work teams) where brainstorming and big ideas are safe from ridicule.

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