We asked the community to share their favorite quotes and affirmations with us. Check some of those out below.

Suzie Graham | Country singer-songwriter and Patsy Cline tribute artist

Oooh, this is my thing haha 😁 I have lots of these that I love! I love the one by Henry Ford “whether you think you can or you can’t, you’re right” but I’d have to say my favourite one is the one I wrote a song about called “Squeeze All the Juice Outta the Orange”.  Read more>>

Beaux Latham | Artist & Animator

I used to cringe every time I heard it but my dad has always said “Any day above ground is great.” but time has given it a different feel. I want to update it to “The grass is always greener above ground” or “At least you rotting underground with a mouth full of dirt” or something but his is much less triggering. Read more>>

Buddy Norris | founder of Buddy’s Place” – a live music series supporting singer songwriters in Nashville”

“Make Good Choices” is one quote I’ve always jokingly shared with friends and family! This is nothing earth shattering or life-changing, but I’ve had a motto that I’ve applied in all aspects of life but especially when I’m working on booking a show or event. Read more>>

Victoria Grace | Photographer & Author

“It’s all messy: The hair. The bed. The words. The heart. Life.” – William Leal. I felt like that quote gave me permission to exist “as is.” I’m sure other creatives or industry members feel pressured to be perfect, but it feels especially true in the photography world that “perfection” is a priority. Read more>>

Erika Pareja | Makeup Artist

“Without disappointment, you can’t appreciate victory” I heard that quote from a movie, believe it or not and it just really hit home for me. For all the doors that closed or jobs i didn’t get, it made me work harder but also keeping me very humble. It forced me to hone in on my craft, to keep learning and growing as an artist. Read more>>