“Rather than what I’ve accomplished and the skills I put on my resume that change in value depending on external factors, I’ve possessed an understanding that the person I am beneath all of that is actually what’s worth putting at the forefront. “

“Some may think that this is the kind of essay that only ugly women write.”

“I’ve begun to appreciate acts of love and moments of pure connection as they happen.”

An observation of faith and embodiment of my ancestors.

“I followed and trusted the words of the Sunset—my guide and subconscious voice: the Holy Spirit. This allowed me to discern that things will not fail for me unless I let them; mindset is everything.”