Sometimes, we hold back from chasing our dreams because we feel they’re too big or impossible. But most of the time, it’s not the dream that’s too big—it’s just that we haven’t yet developed the mindset to match it. Many people stop themselves before even starting, not because they can’t do it, but because they believe they can’t. A small mindset can trap you into thinking small thoughts, making you afraid of taking risks or stepping out of your comfort zone.

Take the example of Kalpana Chawla, the first Indian woman in space. She came from a small town and dreamed of flying among the stars. To many, that would have seemed far too big. But she didn’t shrink her dream—she expanded her mindset. She studied, worked hard, stayed focused, and kept believing in herself even when things got tough. Her story shows that a strong, growing mindset can carry even the biggest dreams into reality.

If you’ve ever thought your dream is too much, maybe you just need to grow into it. Learn more, believe more, and allow yourself to think bigger. When your belief matches your dream, amazing things can happen.