“It’s one of the only memories I have of him.” Elliott, an aspiring engineer, recounts the time he would learn about life while fishing with his grandfather. … More Fishing, Card Games, and Respect

“I fell in love when I was seven years old.” Ashley, an explorer and lover of words, tells of the time she was first entranced by storytelling. … More Finding Your Voice

“Enter as strangers; leave as friends.” CJ Oravec, a well-wishing advocate, finds that this quote follows him wherever he goes. … More Am I doing this right?

“Today, if I were in a heroic, life-or-death scenario, I would attempt to save the stranger.” Brett, a believer in change, says he would sacrifice himself for a stranger. … More On Sacrifice, Heartbreak, and Change

“My mom was in the hospital my sophomore year of high school.” Tina, an outgoing soul, remembers her most life-changing experience. … More On Pushing Forward

“I have fallen in love twice in my life.” Vita, a former swimmer with an open-hearted soul, describes her experience with love and heartbreak. … More The Deep End

“It is human nature to get attached to people and things.” Eva, a curious and passionate thinker, believes it’s better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all. … More Chasing Joy

“I live for the moments of spontaneity in life” Lauren, a hopeless dreamer, expresses that spontaneous moments of adventure and happiness are what she most looks forward to. … More The American Dream

“One major regret I have is how involved I let my parents get me into their divorce.” Frank, a believer in learning and self-change, reflects on the childhood experiences that made him who he is today … More The Time We Spend

“I’ve always seen ‘obsession,’ something that’s usually seen as a negative thing, as positive.” Simrin Ponamgi, a girl of science and puzzles, expresses her belief that obsession can be a virtue. … More A Survivor’s Spirit