We asked folks to tell us about their favorite quote or affirmation and to tell us what it means to them. We’ve shared some of those responses below.

Tameka Williams, MBA | Accounting Advisor

One of my favorite Quotes: Success is not final; failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.” — Winston Churchill I appreciate this quote because it emphasizes the importance of embracing both failure and success. It reminds me that success should be celebrated, but not relied upon, and that failure should be seen as a chance to learn rather than a defining moment. The idea of continuous effort resonates with me, as it highlights the value of consistent hard work and dedication. Read more>>

Judy Cantwell | Licensed Professional Counselor and Board Certified Work & Life Coach

“Don’t believe everything you think.” We all have a ‘gremlin’ voice that makes negative comments to us. Often, it can be summarized as ‘I’m not enough.’ My guiding motto is: “Work like you don’t need money. Love like you’ve never been hurt. Dance like no one is watching.” This reminds me that my life is more than my career; being brave, vulnerable and open-hearted is worth the risk; no one can take my self-esteem unless I give it away. Both of these quotes are on my website. Read more>>

Julie Torres | Artist

John Wooden’s Seven-Point Creed is one that really sums up how I want to live each day. The ideas of being present, of being authentic, of coming from a place of gratitude and love, of being mindful of the content you consume – those are all simple yet profound teachings. Lately, I am making a deliberate effort to spend less time scrolling news feeds and social media and instead reading more books. I’m even using the pages from the books I read in my latest art. Read more>>

Jasmine Jones | Public Relations | Brand Performance

“C’est la vie” resonates with me because it’s a reminder to accept life’s twists and turns with grace and resilience. I appreciate its simplicity in acknowledging that not everything will go according to plan, but that’s just part of the journey. It encourages me to embrace both the joys and challenges that life brings and to keep moving forward with a positive mindset. Read more>>

Nakiyah Alizé | Author, Vocalist, Actress

“The best things in life are on the other side of fear” – a mantra for my creative life. Fear comes with exploring new avenues and expressing myself through art. There is so much vulnerability in artistry. But this quote reminds me that growth lies beyond that fear. It’s where I discover new depths, push boundaries, find my truest artistic voice & not wait for the fear to vanish — because it won’t. Read more>>