In this day and age, any cosmetic surgery program will show us that it's possible to look like Cindy or Brad, but do we really want to change who we are? I'm not saying ban surgery, it can be a helpful tool. But it is our perogative not to change. We don't have to. We can stay as we are.

But what about that scary reflection in swimsuit? Once you know every inch of curve AND lump, it's like meeting an old friend. "Hey, how are you? Still around? I'm glad to see you again." You're comfortable with who you are and non-judgemental, about yourself and others.

Getting to know those inches means taking away all things that "give us meaning" or "identify us" - bling, rides, cribs (doesn't have to be literal). It's about facing who we really are; nuts and bolts, nitty gritty, truth. It does set you free.

So next time someones offers you critism and sting in your eyes has subsided, listen to what they've said. Is there truth in it? Where is it coming from? Who said it and why? Just as some mirrors reflect a better you, some critism is more helpful. Even if it was ill-intended, don't just dismiss it, there's an opportunity to see your truth.

Only when we know whole truth can we make an educated decision. To change or not to change? Now that is question.

Well, what are you waiting for, you have a dream, you have written it down and you know what is very first step you must now take, so go ahead, take that first step, you’ll feel better for just having started.

You’re now on your way to achieving your dream, take a bow, pat yourself on back and then move on and take next step and then next.

Before you know it, your steps go from a slow walk to a jog and then to a full sprint to finish line of achieving whatever it is that started out as your dream.

Sound easy, well it’s not but you must make a start, have passion and desire for achieving your dreams, decide to work hard at making your dreams become a reality, decide to do whatever it takes and start stepping your way to success NOW!

Garry Munro is a successful consultant, speaker & coach in the area of self-development.

Based in Sydney Australia he runs his own business "Minds Alike" and works with small business owners and individuals assisting them to set & achieve their goals.