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

Emily Cantrell | Founder Bloom Studios

It is the Japanese term “Ikigai” which roughly translates to “reason for being”. Sharing my ideas and creativity with children and young adults fills me with so much happiness. I realized about 3 years into my work that it became so successful because I had found my purpose in life,, and that purpose is to cultivate joy in the fine arts. Read more>>

Holley Snaith | Historian, Writer, & Editor

A quote that has provided me with inspiration and motivation for many years is a renowned one from Eleanor Roosevelt: “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” I was in high school when I first came across these encouraging words, and I valued it so much that I included it in my high school yearbook, had it printed on college graduation invitations, and it is currently prominently featured on my website. Read more>>

Aleks Antonio | Urban Photographer

My favorite quote is “Do it scared”. One thing I have learned about running your own business is that it can be a scary place. Having to think about the “not so fun” things, taxes, prices, and such; you don’t want to make a mistake on that at all. When it comes to dealing with clients can be a scary place as well. Read more>> 

ryn | Pop artist and Songwriter

“If it’s meant for you, it will come to you”, is my favorite affirmation. Since adopting this mentality I’ve felt such relief from stress about whether I’m going to make it in the music industry or not. Might sound weird, especially given how dedicated I am to my music and driven to make it happen for myself, but now I no longer really care if I make it big or not. Read more>>

Tanera Adams | Owner/Creator

Your Gift Will Make Room for You What it means to me is your gift God blessed you with will allow you to grow and blossom. Read more>>

Whitney Kemp | Digital Marketing Strategist & Talent Agency Owner

My favorite quote comes from the Holy Bible, and I constantly remind myself of it to keep my faith strong in times when I am weak. “God promises to provide what we need (Philippians 4:19, Matthew 6:31-32)” Read more>>