We’ve been working on our publication and platform for almost a decade because we deeply believe that the world will be a far more empathetic and collaborative place if we all had the ability to know each other’s stories.  The past decade has brought unimaginable challenges along the way, but we persevere because we believe this is mission worth never giving up on.  We often are inspired by the folks we’ve featured and their commitment to their respective missions and so we asked some of them to talk to us about this very topic and have share some responses below.

Tom Sun

To lead with purpose. I believe God has a plan for me to be greater than where I’ve been—and that plan isn’t just about success, but service. I’m here to help people dream bigger, solve real problems, and walk toward the life they didn’t think they could reach on their own. You can’t follow a map to do that kind of work. It takes imagination. Read More>>

Lu Ross

I’m deeply committed to preserving our shared humanity and renewing our connection with the natural world. Through my art, I strive to promote love, empathy, and the quiet joy of being present in nature. I believe that as we deepen our relationship with the earth and with all living things that share this planet, we awaken a deeper sense of empathy, reverence, and belonging. Read More>>

Christine Blosdale

I am 100% committed to helping women in business grow their brand and share their gifts with the world. Ever since I was little, I have always wanted to be a teacher, and as an Expert Authority Business Coach I teach my clients that the dreams they have are worth going after and that they are more than ready to go claim them, full throttle! Read More>>

Ellen Choe

A dream project of mine is to one day create a nonprofit that plans events for kids who may not have the opportunity or resources to fully celebrate their birthdays. Some might be in hospitals, some may have just been born and are fighting to make it to their first birthday. Read More>>

Julian Vidaurrazaga

Ever since I was young I loved watching marvel movies and anything with heroes in it, my favorite being Spider Man, with Wolverine becoming my 2nd favorite as I grew older to understand the pain of the character. Read More>>

Hope Levy

⸻ “What’s a belief or project you’re committed to, no matter how long it takes?” For the past three years, I’ve been deeply committed to a project that’s become a true passion: telling the story of Connie Converse — one of the first modern-day female folk singer-songwriters, who was writing poetic, quirky, and deeply personal songs in the early 1950s. Read More>>

Marinés Adrianza

I’m committed to connecting to my Self—with a capital S—moment by moment, and allowing my actions to come from that place. It’s not always easy, but I believe that when I’m rooted in that deeper part of myself—the one that isn’t trying to please, prove, or perform—everything becomes clearer. That’s where peace and joy live for me. Read More>>