As a kid, there’s nothing quite like stumbling upon something that absolutely captures your imagination. For me, it was the sheer magic of Disney, the thrilling universe of Marvel, and, most importantly, the galaxy that came into existence with Star Wars. And let me just say, my childhood room could’ve been mistaken for Tatooine—or at least, a small corner of it—thanks to the copious amounts of Star Wars memorabilia sprawled across my shelves. It only got worse (or better, depending on how you look at it) when my husband entered the picture.
Now, my husband and I aren’t just casual fans; we’re full-on galactic enthusiasts. We’re talking about a mutual passion that has evolved into grand adventures to Savi’s Workshop in Galaxy’s Edge, where we craft our own lightsabers with the kind of dedication usually reserved for Jedi Masters or intense thrift shoppers on a bargain hunt. Picture the two of us amidst the mythical chimes and atmospheric lighting of the workshop, as if we’re channeling our inner Luke Skywalker and Rey. Now, these outings aren’t just “Hey, let’s build a lightsaber” kind of days. They’re well-thought-out missions. Let’s just say I run a tight ship when it comes to our galactic expeditions.
Our pursuit doesn’t stop at just building lightsabers. Oh no! It branches out into the realm of personal development goals that we’ve cleverly disguised as a hobby. To most people, wielding around a handcrafted lightsaber might seem like overachieving nerddom. But to us, it’s a journey of personal growth and skill augmentation. Think of it as Jedi training, but instead of the perilous trials on Dagobah, we endure the intense saber-battles through the chaotic crowds of Disneyland.
For me, setting out personal development goals isn’t limited to just honing your combat talents with a cousin-of-darth-mauls double-bladed sabercraft. It’s about strategically affixing elements of our fandom to foster empathy, discipline, and teamwork in our day-to-day life. My husband and I weave our love for Jedi culture champions like Obi-Wan Kenobi into our work ethic and personal missions.
Much like Obi-Wan’s serenity in the face of adversity, I’m striving to approach life’s challenges with composed courage and a logical mindset. During one particular incident, I remember being knee-deep in chaos—the kind of mayhem that only comes with being buzzed into an attraction’s line that stretches out wider than the Millennium Falcon—and thinking, “What would a Jedi do?” Well, I’m sure a master would handle it with a cool head and the patience of Yoda, so that’s precisely what I aimed for, alongside a cheeky sideways grin.
There’s also the keyword, of course, empathy. Yes, even empathy has a lightsaber-shaped spot in our home. Just as the Force wraps itself around everything in existence, from Ewoks to sand people, we aim to understand and enhance our relationships with those around us. Picture this: a couple of heated disagreements between us, but armed with the dexterity to navigate through different perspectives, much like the nimble dynamics of serious telekinetic showdowns. Eventually, we realize we’re just two people who’ve brought our differences to the fight and wat&ed to do so as a balancing, uniting force.
I would liken our every day to a myriad of lightsabers whatever colors they might possess—from the shades of brave blue to wise green and fear-striking red, with our undertakings and goals reflecting more just simple technological gadgets. It’s about integrity, growth, and a celebratory wink at adulthood. In our pursuit to collect lightsabers, we strive for more than just a jeweled hilt or a masterful flicker of light—we yearn for the nurturing of our own constellations of personal development goals.
Our shared passion for Star Wars is a little like our own newfound Force guiding us through life. As we continue to search the galaxy for new additions to our collection, we’re equally driven to fulfill our personal development goals. This isn’t merely about having a stunning showcase of weaponry that long precedes its cosmic age; it’s about maintaining the inner integrity we’ve worked to build. In the thrilling sweep of every humble saber battle, we find ourselves growing closer not only to each other but to our aspirations.
For us, the concept of the Force symbolically ties together our past times; it’s an almost romantic analogy of how two people, through synchronized madness, conquer intergalactic possibilities every day. Let’s just say, between our current lightsaber count (which isn’t up for public disclosure, merely for fear of external judgment) and our flair for personal development goals, we’re well on our way to becoming experts on all things Jedi.
And hey, even if we’re not quite there yet, at least we’ve mastered the craft of dodging parental questions about why there are always new strange sounds emerging from our living room. Spoiler: it’s not intergalactic battle training—at least, not until proven. So, here’s to us, our ever-growing collection of lightsabers, and reaching for the stars, one new goal at a time. May the Force, and our personal development goals, be ever vibrant and ever in our favor!
