How Not To Diss The Dream | Mitch Matthews

What happens when high achievers stop dreaming?

In this episode, Mitch Matthews—speaker, coach, and host of the Dream Think Do podcast—shares why reconnecting with your dreams isn’t optional, it’s essential. From navigating career pivots to understanding the neuroscience behind our emotions, Mitch unpacks how small experiments, emotional honesty, and defining your “why” are key to building momentum and real growth.

This isn’t about lofty ideas—it’s about taking actionable steps to make dreams real.

Mitch reveals how the dream was once “kicked out” of him—and why that's more common than you'd think. Together, we explore how experiences, not just ambitions, can bring clarity, and why emotional indicators shouldn’t be ignored.

This episode isn’t just a pep talk. It’s a practical roadmap for anyone who wants to stop stalling and start moving.

00:00 – Intro
03:12 – The Importance of Experiences Over Dreams
06:13 – Navigating Career Transitions and Inner Struggles
08:46 – The Science of Dreaming and Neuroscience Insights
12:02 – Small Experiments and Micro Actions
14:52 – Testing and Iterating on Your Dreams
17:54 – The Power of Exponential Thinking
21:09 – Maintaining Momentum in the Face of Challenges
24:13 – Understanding Your Why and Learning from Failure
27:04 – Prioritizing Dreams and Taking Action

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