Above all else, it is my belief that the highest calling we have is to make a positive impact on our family that will last generations. Our inclination is to be near-sided when thinking about the impact we make. We don’t think about the universal influence one generation has on another.

A lot of people think that what they acquire is the thing that defines them. What defines you is who you become in the process of being the best version of yourself.

A task completed, no matter how small, or seemingly insignificant, is still a task completed. We are always thinking big picture, but in reality, it is the small things done with integrity, selflessness, and compassion that create a wave of momentum to make significant change and impact.

One of the keys to turning our subconscious judgment to productive growth is to first recognize how we measure ourselves. Then recognize that everyone has their own metric. More than likely, that metric is likely not going to be the same as ours. Be okay with that.

Having the right intentions means that no matter what our differences are we can still acknowledge the miracle in the soul standing across from us, and recognize that others exist and are worthy of existing. If we could all strive to have that mindset, the world would be a better place.

I think sometimes, the only way to get past challenges in life is to yell at your doubts, your hurts, your apprehensions. They seem to quiet down when the self-affirming voice decides to be louder than the demons knocking at your door.