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.

Mandy Corrente | Singers, Dancer and Actor

My favorite affirmation is “Believe in yourself” is like having your own cheering squad inside your head! It means that no matter what, you trust that you can do things and that you’re awesome. It’s like when you’re learning to ride a bike – even if it’s a little tricky at first, you believe you can do it, and that makes you keep trying. Read more>>

Ann Myra | Athlete, Artist, Author, Enviornmential Activist

Yes! Carpe Diem! The Latin for sieze the day. I’m writing a book with that title right now. Life is fast and ephemeral and we only live once so best to make the best of it. Read more>>

Riya Vaidya | Production Designer & Artist

Actually, it’s music that helps me function on a daily basis, so I’d quote a million different favorite lyrics if I could! But if I had to choose one that’s described most of my life so far, it’d be Unwritten by Natasha Bedingfield- “Drench yourself in words unspoken, live your life with arms wide open, today is where your book begins, the rest is still unwritten” Read more>>

Aïcha Ly | Speaker, Founder & CEO

“Be a mountain or lean on one” is a Somali proverb. What I love about this, is how it’s so empowering when you’re on the road to self discovery and improvement – whether for yourself, your family, or your community. There are times when the journey gets tough and it’s hard to imagine pushing through. Read more>>

Claire Brooks | Artist and Engineer

My favorite quote is “being lazy is disrespectful to the people that believe in you”. An old coworker said this to me in passing, with concerned yet caring eyes, Often times when I create, I feel like I am talking to a black hole, especially when I am knee deep in the process. Read more>>

Elijah Vaughan | Event Planner/Coordinator

“If you can visualize it, If you can dream it, Thiers always a way to do it” This quote is what keeps me motivated. It makes me feel like I can accomplish anything. I always tell myself anything I touch or put my mind to its possible. Read more>>