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.
Joseph Ozbey
It was my mother who saw me clearly before I could see myself. She always believed in me, even during times when I doubted my own path. She recognized my drive, my love for people, and my passion for creating and sharing something meaningful. Her encouragement and faith gave me the strength to take chances and work hard toward my dreams. Read more>>
Shania Elliott
It was my children who saw me clearly before I could see myself. They are all different versions of me my strength reflected in their resilience, my softness mirrored in their compassion, my fire carried in their determination, and even my fears showing up in ways that remind me I’m still growing too. Read more>>
Eli Rainwater
My best friend. No matter what I went through, how I saw myself, or how much self-doubt and imposter syndrome overcame me, she never gave up on me and who she knew I could be. My main character is based on her for many reasons, but that’s one of them. Read more>>
