The American dream has been brought up frequently in political campaigns and in news articles. In "Fantasy Politics” by Christopher Caldwell, (New York Times November 7, 2010), he says, “If the American dream has appeared endangered since the housing bubble brought the financial systems to the brink of ruin, that is with good reason.”
In UPSIDE, Allison and I discuss the need to reevaluate the American Dream in light of the changing times. “What was materially achievable and available for the previous generation is now difficult to accomplish. It will be even more difficult for subsequent generations. While the concept of prosperity and living a full life is still a part of culture, a shift is required to clarify personal expectations and dreams.”
Whether or not we want to admit it, we all have an underlying vision of what our lives should look like. Many of our career and personal life decisions are based on that vision of the American Dream. Now it is time to look at our goals, hopes and dreams and put some reality into it. It is time to build a new dream and reevaluate what is really meaningful to be working toward.
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