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What’s a moment that really shaped how you see the world?

Sometimes a key moment can make a world of difference in our lives. Those moments are deeply underrepresented in our conversations relative to the importance they play in our lives.  We hope to begin to remedy that below.

Oleksandra Marchenko

One of the most defining moments in my life was leaving Ukraine because of the war and moving to the United States. It was not a planned career step or a search for better opportunities — it was a necessity, a decision made to protect my family and to find a safe future. Read more >>>

Jasper Klein

I’ve learned that love and hard work are the greatest substitutes for money. I’ve always been someone who could make something out of nothing, and a lot of that comes from the example set by my parents. Both of them come from entrepreneurial backgrounds, and while there were plenty of times when money was short, love and support were never in question. Read more >>>

Kimberly Platt

 

My cousin’s funeral literally just last week. He almost died 21 years ago, and his unfortunate passing taught many of our family what is important and how to be happy and kind. I think everyone needs a reminder of that. Read more >>>

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