Do you have a favorite dialogue, lyric, quote or affirmation?  Please share with us below.

Robby Olmos | Dancer & Artist

I have always been instrumental with the people I surround myself with. this being said, I have a lot of talented friends and mentors. At times I tend to compare my process and success to theirs; However, as I have been developing my mental grit I have found myself consistently letting myself know that my story is completely unique, and I find this idea to be really beautiful. I now understand, my chapter 10 can’t be compared to someone else’s chapter 25. Read more>>

Petite Meller | Philosopher & Musician

I always say “wear your trauma proudly as your idiosyncratic style ” In my music buddies I always wear bandages to show the process of healing and overcome. I was harshly sun burned as a child and that’s why I wear extreme blush I see my mission in life is to cheer up people as life is so absurd and music for me is the only thing that making sense. Read more>>

Glenn Morizio | Actor

I would say having an affirmation as an actor is extremely helpful. Since you yourself are the business, you must work equally hard to protect and nurture yourself in order to have a career in the long run. One of my personal favorites was taught to me by a college professor, on multiple occasions she would say to us: “Don’t borrow trouble from the future.” At first I didn’t think much of it, but as time passed and I began my professional career, the saying found itself echoing in my head every time I worried too much. Read more>>

Amy Wallace | Vocalist

My favorite quote was given to me by another vocalist and I use and share it regularly. It goes, “everything has been done, but not by you.” What this means is, we are all unique individuals. You could have two composers having to reimagine the same song and I guarantee both would be different. We all feel and express through music as individuals. Therefore, if a song has been done that resonates with you, never not do it. You can bring something completely fresh, new, and exciting! Do what you love and love what you do! Respect and support your colleagues and other artists – make connections, collaborate and learn from one another. Read more>>

Angela Petta | Beauty Micro-Influencer

“Gratitude is the essence of a happy and balanced life.” Angela Petta You might ask, what is gratitude? In my opinion, gratitude is an attitude. It helps us see the little pleasures in life that bring us joy. It could be small such as a smile from a stranger. It could be big as celebrating a milestone. Whatever it is, take a moment, breath in and out and say, “thank you”. Read more>>

Paige Parsons Roache | Producer, Vegan Lifestyle Show Host, Communications Director

In times of challenges this saying has gotten me through: THIS TOO SHALL PASS. When I was 19, heading into my 2nd year at UC Santa Barbara, we got devastating news that one of my brothers took his own life. He had recently turned 20, and was going through some really big life challenges. Whenever I hit a wall, or one of my kid’s is up against something huge, I’ll remind them that THIS TOO SHALL PASS and tomorrow is a new day. Read more>>