Those of us who were lucky to have someone see something in us long before we saw it in ourselves know how impactful it can be. We are thrilled to highlight some of those stories and honor some of the OG heroes.
Lenajah Gaither
God saw me clearly long before I ever saw myself. Jeremiah 29:11 reminds me that He already knew the plans He had for my life, plans to prosper me, to give me hope, and a future even when I couldn’t see anything clearly. Before I understood my purpose, my worth, or my identity, God already saw the full picture. Read more>>
Rebecca Pearl
In about 1980,at age 30 I hit a very rough spot. I was recently divorced, had been working as a nurse in psychiatry. Realizing my confusion about my artistic talent, coming from an artist father ,and sister and mother pursuing their art education. Read more>>
Keira Leake
God saw me clearly long before I ever truly saw myself. He understood my purpose, my strength, and my heart even when I couldn’t. I’m forever thankful for the way He continues to shape me mentally, physically, and emotionally giving me a clear mindset, keeping me grounded, and guiding me toward my goals and full potential. Read more>>
Lamark Plaskett
Before I truly saw myself, my mom and stepdad did. They never had the “blueprint” for what I would become — nobody in my family had walked into radio, media, or built a brand the way I’m doing now. But they believed in me anyway. Read more>>
Peter Guzman
That was definitely my hero, my best friend and my father. He was the greatest man I have ever known. I saw things in me, that I just hadn’t recognized yet. I am grateful for his arms being wrapped around me and never letting go! Read more>>
Steve Alpert
My wife saw me clearly certainly. By then I was 41. Before that I doubt anyone really saw me clearly except for my dogs. Read more>>
Estefania Kröl
Everyone, including me. I’m very transparent—what you see is what you get. Read more>>
S. F. Rogers
My best friend Aliyah. She knew just what to tell me when I started this whole writing journey. I was so scared to put my work and my heart out there but she kept reminding me to, “Do it scared!” I owe her so much for her constant support and voice in the darkest moments just cheering me on! Read more>>
Mindirose Pozzolano
My mom. Like every mom, my mom has a unique ability to see my potential and strengths, sometimes even before I recognize those qualities in myself. She always gives me the support & confidence I need to always put my best foot forward in everything I do. She is my biggest cheerleader and bestfriend. Read more>>
Stewella Daville
My mom saw me clearly before I did. She saw the strength, the light, and the purpose in me long before I learned to recognize it myself. She always told me I had a gift — the ability to connect with people, to make others feel loved and seen. Read more>>
Kenneth Figuly
The person who saw me clearly before I could see myself was Hamza. He was the kind of man who looked at me and didn’t see what I was trying to prove. He saw what I was hiding. Read more>>
Tommy Valentino
My brother. Read more>>
Patrick Harlan
That person would definitely have to be my fiancé. She has made want to be come a better person and better future spouse. The media/drone world works very different and it is very easy to get ‘lost in the sauce’ but with her continued support and understanding, I have been able to do some incredible things that I thought I would never get to do. Read more>>
Jarrod Schulz
During my first year of business, I didn’t get many calls for service and found myself mainly marketing. One day, I received a call from an agent, and she said, “ I hear you’re doing home inspections. Read more>>
