I will probably say repeated phrases!
Just like (wolf) said, I admit too my dream of going to Japan started with mere anime and video games. I even made myself a loser because of that! I gave up on college and stayed at home for one whole year out of frustration. Then having plenty of time to think, I realized I was just making my dreams harder to achieve. Forcing myself, I went back on the path of education once again. To say the truth, I'm proud of myself. The same loser today is a 2nd year student (21yrs) in the IT field along with other certifications. But I gave up on that dream I had during younger days for some personal reasons.
Though I won't deny fact I would have been happy if my dream came true...Well, never mind maybe next lifetime!
I am not saying you guys should do the same thing. I believe you should listen to MMM's advice...Good luck guys...I could not be there...Hope you guys can...