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.

Parvin Pasricha | Actor

One of my favorite quotes is, ‘Do anything as bad as you want to breathe.’ It reminds me of the intense determination it takes to achieve greatness like the desperate need for a breath of fresh air. Life is truly amazing, and with unwavering focus and effort, we can accomplish anything we set our minds to. Read more>>

Benny Tipton | I’m me

Someone I love dearly from time to time has asked me, “What’s the next right thing ?”. To me, it reminds me to be present. There is only right now. Beyond the present, there is only my imagination of the future and a skewed memory of the past. If I do the next right thing I’m better prepared for whatever comes next and I can’t move forward when I’m looking over my shoulder. Read more>>

Bam-bam Billa | Designer

“Attention energizes, and intention transforms.”

I love this quote because it encapsulates the power of creativity. To create, one must focus their attention to activate ideas and bring the imaginary into reality. However, equally important is the ability to let go and move forward. Creativity requires the capacity to detach attention, releasing the energy of an idea or concept when necessary. Read more>>

Chad Newsome | Filmmaker & Producer

“When you become conscious, you become responsible,” someone dear to me said this to me. These seven words simply imply that if you have awareness about something, then you are responsible for your actions/reactions about/to that something. Period…make a conscious decision and keep it moving. This is why ‘ignorance IS truly bliss’. Jeez!!! Read more>>