Sabina Bower
I’m actually at that point right now. I wake up genuinely excited to work, and that hasn’t always been the case in my career. I’ve built a rhythm that keeps me connected to why I’m doing this in the first place. First, I have three gratitude touchpoints every day — literally one minute to pause and think, “Wow, this client is incredible. Read more>>
Dee Lightfull
I am shimmying to work! When I first started producing burlesque shows, I had so much to learn! As I’ve really allowed myself to sink into the role, I realize producing is a calling for me. It’s not just another job or something I have to do (this is not me saying that burly admin brings me joy, it’s still a chore!). Read more>>
Man Yang
At the entrance of my studio, the space is adorned with an abundance of plants and flowers—some were gifts from friends, others I personally selected. The walls are lined with honors and awards that our team members have received over the years, arranged around a large sunflower artwork. Read more>>
Karen Taylor
This is the space where I live as an artist. The only voice in my head when I create something new is my own. When an idea takes root in my mind, I am compelled to construct it to see what form it takes. Otherwise, it remains there, a persistent niggle, until I finally bring it to life. This process isn’t about creating for others. Read more>>
Mogli Maureal
Absolutely. I could give everything my best even if no one ever praised me for it. For me, doing my best isn’t about the applause; it’s about who I become in the process. There’s a compounding effect that comes from consistently showing up with intention in work, in life, in my creative craft, even in my health habits. Read more>>
Laura Reyes
I think I would. I am hard on myself personally. Even if no one acknowledged or praised the work, knowing I didn’t give it my all wouldn’t sit right with me. The feeling of knowing I gave my best effort is more important to me than the praise itself. Read more>>
Nana Ghana
That is exactly my life!! Yes, I could give everything my best, even if no one ever praised me for it. So far in my artist journey, I have come to realize that the deepest form of motivation isn’t external validation, but the relationship you have with your own work and your own soul. Praise feels good, of course, but it’s fleeting. Read more>>
Anlin MacMillan
Yes, that’s actually how I approach most things in my life. I’m someone who likes to give my best even when no one sees the work behind it. I don’t do things for praise. I do them because I care about the outcome and how it makes people feel. Read more>>
Lubeera Saphina
Definitely, I constantly do this most of the times and just sit and watch the glorious outcomes in silence. I have helped someone win a grant and never got praised for it, I have taught people a few things (dance, act, write) and never got praised for it. But still I enjoyed and still enjoy doing it. Read more>>
Olena Shabanova
Yes, absolutely. What we do with passion, we do not do for the praise, but in spite of everything, simply because we cannot do otherwise. Recognition comes later, when the work is done. But the real light within us, that ancient fire given to humanity by Prometheus, motivates us to act and create, regardless of external approval. Read more>>
Julia Sunay
I think personal accountability is really important. Much of my drive comes from a desire to honor my own standards and consistently give my best. Even if no one ever praised my efforts, as long as I know I gave everything I had with the skills and knowledge I currently possess, I can feel confident and at peace with the work I’ve done. Read more>>
Tran Ta
I think you should always give your best at everything you do, even if no one ever praises you for it. That way, you won’t live with the regret of wondering if you could have done more. Don’t seek validation from others. With social media, it’s easy to get caught up in likes and followers, but the opinion that matters most is your own. Read more>>
Corinne Ladymusicc
Yes, because I have done it. As I mentioned before, I had people telling me I should quit because I was no good at my current skill level. How ridiculous! I know I wasn’t. I was learning. Would you look at a baby who’s learning how to walk, watch them fall down and say ‘You should just quit. You’re no good at that!’. Read more>>
Daron Jenkins
I don’t do anything expecting praise. I honestly never expect any praise for anything I do. I once saved a man’s life. Literally. The guy was so drunk that he fell off the subway platform as the train was approaching. I caught his leg as he dangled off the platform. I pulled him up onto the platform just in time. Read more>>
Jazzy Kash
As an avid fan of planning and preparing I am usually not the type of person to act fast. However there have been times when my mind state was not in an abundant mindset and I have regretting acting fast out of desperation or not carefully planning. When you act fast without weighing your options it can be costly. Read more>>
Michelle Rose
Oh, absolutely! You know, early in my career, I was in sales and marketing roles that just weren’t fulfilling me. There was this pressure to keep climbing that ladder, but I made what felt like a pretty radical choice at the time. I stopped. I chose patience over momentum. Read more>>
Miquela Martinez
I will admit yes, but this taught me deeper truths. I have wished and desired for many things in my life. Some of these wants came to fruition in time and others immediately. With impatience, the desires that came immediately were not as great as I had hoped. Read more>>
Adrian Molina
I wish I could choose an easier icebreaker, but this question spoke to me the loudest. I stood for myself, or more precisely for my younger self, when I decided to bring a legal accusation against the person who took advantage of me as a teenager. It took more than twenty years, but it was something I needed to do. Read more>>
Rane Rose
I differentiate between fads and foundational shifts by looking at longevity, impact, and adaptability. Fads often promise quick results, rely on hype, and fade once the novelty wears off. Foundational shifts, on the other hand, solve real problems, create lasting change, and can adapt to evolving circumstances. In business, I watch how a trend affects systems, people, and processes over time. Read more>>
Benjamin Weilert
Genres will come and go. You’re more likely to strike gold if you have a backlog of different stories that may eventually match the flavor of the month. Readers will always be drawn to interesting stories, regardless of what’s currently popular. The real foundational shifts come in making books more accessible. Mass market paperbacks were more affordable so more people could buy them. Read more>>
Chas Martin
If I’m awake, I’m probably out of my depth! That’s why I get out of bed every morning. I can’t wait for the next challenge and the chance to stretch a little further. Even if the day’s challenge is similar to a previous one, my response will be different. I thrive on risk. Read more>>
Miri Hunter
I want to define immortality. My physical body will, no doubt end. Since I do not have a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame or anywhere else for that matter, chances are that part of me will be not missed by people I never knew. I will be forgotten. However, the work, the writing the art, the videos, etc. will still be around. Read more>>
Exodus Oktavia Brownlow
Although I find the idea of an endless life quite terrifying, I would spend that time purely creating, purely learning, and purely being a patron of charities, the arts and philanthropies. With that time, I would focus a great deal of it trying to establish happiness within others. Read more>>
Megan Lapp
If immortality were real, I would build a library of published patterns that would rival Ravelry’s entire archive. The door in my head behind which creatures roam is so loud sometimes, and I can tell the well is so deep in there that even though I’m only 41, there is not enough time for me to write everything I want to write. Read more>>
Amy Chernikova
I would build institutes for creative children to join instead of the normal structured schooling where they could invest all of their learning into something they wanted to learn about and create. Read more>>
Elissa Kalver
I already live as if my time might be limited, so if someone guaranteed me ten full years, it would actually open things up for me. I would stop holding back on the bigger dreams. I would stop rushing my projects and goals in life and tell myself that it’s alright to pace my ambitions. Read more>>
Sage Breslin
Well, honestly, I’ve already approached this one: in 2017 I was diagnosed with Bone Marrow Cancer, and while they’ve made incredible strides towards the development of medicines that promote long-term remission, this particular cancer is well-known for morphing and attacking at whim. Read more>>
Jo Weatherford
My energy, my smile, how I look people in the eyes and really see them. When I hug you, it’s real, because i have a true desire to connect and make myself and others feel nurtured, appreciated and loved. My sense of humor and playfulness have nothing to do with ‘who’ I am and everything to do with ‘what’ I am. Read more>>
Jamie Watkins
If I laid down my name, my roles, and my possessions, what would remain is my relationship with God and the essence of who He created me to be. Everything else will fade, the titles, achievements, material things are temporary, but my spirit, my faith, and my purpose are eternal. What would remain is the love I carry, my smile, my laugh. Read more>>
Destiny Pullings
Definitely our cake pops! They’ve become such a staple in the lives of so many of our customers. Over the years, we’ve had the privilege of being part of countless milestones, birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, baby showers, and so much more. It’s not just about the desserts themselves; it’s about the memories and celebrations they help create. Read more>>
Roberta Perry
I truly believe that, as much as they would miss our products, they would also miss the genuine love and affection I bring to each transaction. I am continually grateful and always humbled when people spend their money with us, so I let that gratitude flag fly with each transaction. Read more>>
Kara Brown
Our customers would miss the unique balance we’ve created—an old-world product like honey delivered through modern e-commerce with exceptional service, fast shipping, and meticulous hand-packaging. They’d also miss the quality. In blind tastings, our honey consistently outshines larger competitors, proving that we deliver superior products with unmatched care. Read more>>
Robert Brown
If I retired tomorrow, I believe our customers would miss the trust and personalized care that define Royal Honey Shop. We don’t just sell products — we listen, guide, and support people through a sensitive part of their lives. Many customers come to us feeling unsure or hesitant, and they leave feeling confident and informed. Read more>>
Bonnie DiCocco
Honestly…the days when I could walk into a space and leave without mentally redesigning the entire thing. Before Aqua4 Outdoor, I could sit on a patio and simply enjoy a glass of iced tea. Now? Read more>>
Daryl Webb
What am I chasing, and what would happen if I stopped? I’m chasing Jesus. Not because He’s far from me — He’s right here — but because my spirit craves Him. I desire Him in a way that keeps pulling me into deeper depths, higher dimensions, and new levels of who He is. Read more>>
Catrell Lawayne
To be clear, I’m not chasing anything. I don’t subscribe to those words. I only attract. I did, in fact, stop chasing: dreams, people, and material things. Now, I simply align my energy and intentions to what it is I want to show up in my timeline. Read more>>
Jency Abarca
I am on the pursuit of: LEGACY. What this term means for me, it means leaving behind something that will outlive me and it also means staying true to the promise I made to my mom when I was 13. Read more>>
Merill Comeau
I believe most of us face many challenges in life. I continually chase visually voicing human concerns and documenting struggles as words often fail to communicate adequate compassion. Through making and sharing art, I am able to generate meaningful conversations of shared understanding, support, and healing. Read more>>
Paige Johnson-Serjue
I am chasing impact. Not the surface level kind but the kind that changes how people see themselves. I am chasing real community, honest conversation, and the freedom to build a life and business that actually reflects who I am. I want to show people (especially moms) that you can rewrite the blueprint and still win. If I stopped, I would not disappear. Read more>>
Ying Yi
What I’m doing today may not fully pay off for another 7–10 years, and that’s okay — because I’m part of the pioneers reshaping the fashion industry. We’re building a future where custom fit, sustainability, and technology come together. Real change takes time, but it’s worth it. Read more>>
Joe Hardin
’m investing in the kind of foundation that doesn’t show immediate results but will shape who I am a decade from now. I’m putting in the slow, unsexy work: building strength, building community, building consistency, and building a mindset that can hold up under pressure. These aren’t things that pay off next week. They’re the things that stack quietly over the years. Read more>>
Olga Ivanidi
What I’m doing now is building a lasting place for Ukrainian fashion in the American fashion scene. It takes time to form the right connections, grow our presence, and work toward being included in the official NYFW schedule. We’re trailblazing, and over the years the show will grow bigger, with more established designers joining us. Read more>>
Dan Crask
In my experience, the bonds between people usually break in quiet, subtle ways long before there’s a big moment. It happens when communication gets replaced by assumptions, when people stop feeling seen or understood, or when fear and self-protection take the front seat. Sometimes it’s just the slow drift that comes from not being fully honest with others or even with yourself. Read more>>
Shane Lara
What breaks bonds between people is jealousy and resentment. I believe that is by design—it’s deeper than emotion. In our society we are deeply individualistic. We are taught to feel ashamed when someone else finds success or gains an opportunity because we’re told we simply aren’t working hard enough, even when we are. Read more>>
Paul Matte
What a thoughtful question! There’s so much out there that we can’t control that splits people up or smashes them together. I will say however that we can decide whether we are collaborating or competing. By that I mean that amongst creative peers, I’m often tempted to see them as the competition. Read more>>
Ragan Thomson
The bonds between people often break when fear enters the space between us. Fear creates separation in many forms. It shows up as judgment, comparison, defensiveness, or the need to be right. When these patterns take hold, the heart begins to close. Communication becomes strained and we forget that every person carries a tender inner world that longs to be seen with understanding. Read more>>
Arman Hodasefat
I think bonds break when people forget how deeply connected we are to one another. When we lose sight of that connection, we grow apart and our empathy fades. Restoring those bonds takes awareness and care — recognizing that we have a responsibility to support, listen to, and help each other. Read more>>
Norma Darnell
What breaks the bonds between people, and what restores them?” I’ve learned—both in life and through the work we do—that the bonds between people are often broken by things we don’t always see at first: unmet expectations, fear, betrayal, unspoken pain, shame, and the belief that we have to protect ourselves to survive. Read more>>
John Woodruff
I think a lot of what breaks the bonds between people today comes from how fast everything moves and how surface-level our interactions have become. The internet, social media, and now AI have made communication instant, but they’ve also made it disposable. We are more connected than ever, but we connect with far less intention. Read more>>
Dan Pohl
I believe that people and relationships are absolutely essential in living a fulfilled, purposeful life. Bonds can be broken between people when there is mistrust, and I encounter many musicians who have been hurt by previous producers or studios. Read more>>
