Enabling the Dreams of Others

Watching a video by Randy Pausch called the “Last Lecture,” I was struck by a quote, “I’m a professor, there should be some lessons learned and how you can use the stuff you hear today to achieve your dreams or enable the dreams of others. And as you get older, you may find that “enabling the dreams of others” thing is even more fun.”

It seems to me that this man, nearing the end of a spectacular and short life, really describes my feelings about the North Star Community. Not only am I following my North Star, I am working daily to “enable the dreams of others.”

Wanted to be motivated yourself? Video is at this link

This entry was posted on Monday, January 28th, 2008 at 6:38 pm by TerryS and is filed under General. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. Both comments and pings are currently closed.

2 Responses to “Enabling the Dreams of Others”

  1. Maribeth Bush Says:
    January 29th, 2008 at 2:13 pm

    Terry, within the past year or so, I saw Randy Pausch and a story about his “Last Lecture” (along with many clips from it) first on the evening news, and then on Oprah. I was very moved by him too - as I imagine everyone who hears him give that “Last Lecture” must feel. I’m so glad you posted about him. I completely agree that his message greatly reflects the message and spirit of the North Star Community, and what we as educators and caregivers are trying to do in our work and intereactions with children.

    On a side note (yet related), I was especially moved to hear Randy Pausch say at the end of his “Last Lecture” that the lecture was actually intended for his children - whenever they are old enough to understand. What a wonderful gift to pass along to them… his wisdom and encouragement… long after he physically leaves this earth…

  2. Maryann Says:
    February 18th, 2008 at 4:21 pm

    Thanks for sharing a great lesson.