Every day, we all think of things we wish we could do — start a business, score well in exams, learn a new skill, or even just wake up earlier. These thoughts feel exciting, and we may tell ourselves we’ll start tomorrow or next week. But slowly, these wishes get lost in the rush of daily life. If we don’t act on them, they remain just wishes. This is how many opportunities are silently missed — not because we failed, but because we never started.

Imagine a student who always dreams of becoming a doctor. She talks about it every day, reads articles, and follows medical channels. But she never studies seriously, misses practice tests, and keeps saying, “I’ll begin soon.” Eventually, time passes, and exams come closer. Her dream feels far, not because she isn’t smart, but because she didn’t take small, steady steps. Her wish stayed a wish — it never became a direction.

Desire is the first spark, but action is the fuel that keeps the fire going. One small action a day — a chapter read, a habit changed, a plan made — can shape the future. Don’t let a good wish become a lost chance. Begin, and keep going.