Sometimes a key moment can make a world of difference in our lives. Those moments are deeply underrepresented in our conversations relative to the importance they play in our lives. We hope to begin to remedy that below.
Lisa Dwoskin
When I was just five years old, I had a moment that changed me forever. I heard a voice—clear, powerful, and undeniable—that told me I was destined for greatness. The message was that I was meant to make a difference in people’s lives through my knowledge, experience, and the gifts I had been given. Read more>>
Jessie O’Donnell
Before the world started handing out labels and expectations, I was someone who trusted her instincts and dreamed without limits- curious, unfiltered, unapologetically me. Somewhere along the way, I learned to dim that light to fit in, but a trip to Ireland reminded me how important it is to shine fully. Read more>>
Jackie Awve
English wasn’t my first language, and I really struggled with that early in school. There were moments where I knew what I wanted to say, but I couldn’t quite express it the way I intended—and those experiences really stuck with me. I think that’s why I care so much about clear, intentional communication now. Read more>>
Evgenia Hoth
One moment that truly shaped how I see the world was when I moved to the U.S. completely on my own. I didn’t have family or a support system here — just a strong belief that I could build something better for myself. It was one of the hardest things I’ve ever done, but it taught me that growth happens when you’re uncomfortable. Read more>>
Rochelle Irons
I would have to say to start with, my childhood in general, my passion for art truly feels as deep and boundless as the ocean I grew up on. Being raised on a boat, constantly surrounded by the vast, ever-changing sea, instilled in me a profound appreciation for natural beauty and the flow of life. Read more>>
Aristidé Reinoso
One moment—or rather, one idea—that really shaped how I see the world came from something as simple as reading a comic book. I’ve always loved comics, and one of my favorite characters is the Silver Surfer. Stan Lee wrote him to be incredibly philosophical, and there’s this one panel that stuck with me. Read more>>
Dustin McChesney
One of the most impactful experiences that shaped my perspective was working as a photographer and studio manager on cruise ships. Traveling the world and capturing moments for people from all walks of life was humbling and eye-opening. It exposed me to different cultures, languages, and ways of life, which really expanded my understanding of the world and helped me appreciate the beauty in diversity. Read more>>
Kylie Olsen
At the start of the pandemic in 2020, I was full-time photographing weddings, many of which were postponed indefinitely if not cancelled all-together for something much smaller. For the first time in years, my weekends freed up and I had more time with my family, husband, and friends than ever. I realized how fickle the nature work is, even if you’ve build a solid business. Read more>>
Lori Weiss
The moment I made the connection that humans are frugivores completely changed my world. As a child, I struggled with my relationship with food and my body. I always felt ‘fat’ and was constantly on a diet. I felt like so many foods I’d eat would bother my stomach. And I had really bad acne. I always wanted to understand food and nutrition better. Read more>>
Dave Bricker
When I was 18, I met a few sailors who lived on their boats in the free anchorage in Coconut Grove. They had no money but they went where they wanted on a whim. Until then, I’d been a private prep school kid who had thought adventures were only found in books and movies. Read more>>
Evan Weisberg
Being that I was able to run my business virtually anywhere, as long as I had cell-service and my handy laptop, I had the opportunity to travel to over 105 countries while operating Tutors Who Care. I was fortunate enough to see places that were much different than anything I had ever known. Read more>>
