We asked folks we admire to tell us about what they want their legacy to be. Check out their responses below.

Daryl Mendelson | Retired Database Programmer & Active Artistic Person (acting, writing, humor, et al)

At the risk of sounding immodest, I hope I am remembered for my kindness, empathy, artistic talents, and a keen sense of humor and comedy! These attributes are so much a part of who I am that I attribute any/all personal success to them. I am also grateful that I maintained financial responsibility to myself, even when not doing what would have fully ‘floated my boat.’ I hope significant others respect my life’s compromises and perhaps, some of my process might be a good influence on some. Read more>>

forsetî | Artist, Musician, & Music Producer

Legacy is something I’m constantly thinking about. As modern artists we all have a very low barriers to entry in the music industry and as a result it’s very hard to stand out in the long run, let alone the short term. Luckily I find myself fortunate enough to have found a fairly unique combination of two of my greatest interests: fantasy/sci-fi and electronic music. When I’m dead and gone I hope to have created a lasting and rich auditory world across a huge variety of albums, singles, collaborations and even video games and film if I’m lucky enough. Read more>>

Dylan Garcia | Songwriter / Recording Artist

I hope to be remembered for making a difference in people’s lives and having a positive impact on society. If I can use my story of redemption after some of the darkest moments of my life with my mental health experiences to help others, then I’ve accomplished something beyond my music career as a Recording Artist. Read more>>