From Dreams to Reality: Nellie Fors’ Four-Step Method

AIDAS BENDORAITIS / OCTOBER 28, 2025

Progress, Life, Productivity, Prioritization, Meaning of Life, Success, Goals

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Swedish songwriter, singer, and productivity practitioner Nellie Fors has researched and adapted a powerful four-step method to help you turn your dreams into reality. In this post, I’ll guide you through her proven process for making dreams happen.

Part 1: The 100 List

Start by writing down 100 dreams – both big and small – that you’d love to see come true in your lifetime. Don’t limit yourself or overthink it. The key is to let your imagination flow freely.

Your list might include goals like:

“Travel across Japan by train.”
“Learn to play jazz piano.”
“Start a small eco-friendly business.”
“Spend more time with my family.”

This exercise helps you look beyond your everyday routine and reconnect with your deeper desires and ambitions. It also makes you realize how many of them are actually possible once written down.

Part 2: The Top 10

Next, narrow your list to the 10 dreams that matter most right now – the ones that feel both meaningful and achievable.

If you find it hard to choose, you can use a prioritization tool like 1st things 1st (which I created) to help you make clear, value-based choices.

These top 10 dreams will become your main focus – the ones you’ll actively work toward. They should excite you and feel realistic enough to pursue in the near future.

Part 3: The Vision Board

Now that you know your top dreams, make them visible. Create a vision board for your computer and smartphone desktops – something you’ll see every day.

You can find inspiring visuals on Google Images, Pinterest, or even use AI image generation tools to bring your ideas to life. Then, combine them into a single layout using Canva, Fotor, or any graphic design app you like.

For example:

A photo of a beach house could represent your dream of living by the sea.
A picture of a marathon runner might symbolize your health and fitness goals.
An image of a laptop and coffee shop could stand for building your own remote business.

Your vision board serves as a daily reminder of where you’re heading and keeps your motivation alive.

Part 4: The Daily Check-In

Dreams need daily attention. At the end of each day, take a few minutes with your journal and answer these four questions:

What did I do great today?
What could I have done better?
What am I grateful for?
What do I look forward to tomorrow?

This reflection builds awareness, gratitude, and momentum – helping you stay aligned with your goals and values over time.

Final Words

If this method resonates with you, explore Nellie Fors’ 180 Day Journal at whatifweunfold.com. It’s designed to guide you through six months of self-discovery, habit-building, and dream-fulfilling progress – one day at a time.

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