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.

Juli Perez | Freelance Photographer & Yoga Instructor

“The role of the artist is to make revolution irresistible” -Toni Cade Bambara This quote has been a meditation on how my creative practice is a means to make revolution felt. The path to liberation for BIPOC communities begins with revolution of thought and action at both personal and collective levels. Read more>>

Antonio Teoli | Music Composer for Games and Film

My favorite quote of all time comes from Walt Disney: “I like the impossible because there is less competition!” This quote really puts my mind into a particular state where I feel that if I push myself hard enough to do something that no one else is doing, I can achieve great things. Read more>>

Joe Rapaport | Health Tech. Entrepreneur

One of my favorite quotes, which resonates deeply with the work we do at Kenko, is actually a piece of wisdom my father often shared: “The needs determine the structure.” Read more>>

Amoni T. Perryman | Entrepreneur and Sports Professional

Zora Neale Hurston once said, “Jump at the sun. You might not land on the sun, but at least you’ll get off the ground.” Not only does this quote emphasize the importance of starting, but shines a light on dreaming without limitations. This quote has been at the forefront of my entrepreneurial and professional successes. Read more>>