Use the Dream Machine to Turn Visions into Reality

Years ago, I wanted to distill decades of psychiatry into a single, usable framework for mind management. I had the dream—help millions achieve emotional control—but I needed a reliable method. That spark became the Dream Machine: seven cogs whose rotation guided every plan from ambition into real-world change.

My first step was defining the dream: it wasn’t simply understanding the mind—it was teaching people to manage their inner Chimp and unlock lasting confidence. I then turned each cog: I ran a commitment screen—was I ready to write nightly for a year? I owned every line, deciding exactly how each chapter should flow. When roadblocks came—publishers balking, early drafts faltering—I audited my progress with CORE: was I still committed? Did I own every word? Was I responsible for testing quotes? Could I declare this draft excellent?

I marked each milestone—a completed chapter, a cover design, pre-orders—with small celebrations: a walk through a London green space, a hand-written thank-you to early supporters. That blend of structure and reward kept both my Chimp and Human fully engaged. Nearly a decade later, that machine underpins thousands of success stories.

When you apply the Dream Machine, you don’t just wish—you build, commit, own, adapt and celebrate, turning a fleeting spark into a living triumph.

Start by clarifying your dream versus your goals: is it a wish or a plan you can control? Sketch a roadmap and run your own Commitment Screen over coffee tonight. Declare total ownership of each task and set weekly CORE check-ins—yes, even if it’s just ten minutes to ask, “Commitment? Ownership? Responsibility? Excellence?” Celebrate those wins with a small reward. That first spin of the Dream Machine will shift you from hopeful dreaming to confident doing.