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What Male Models Taught Me About Self-Confidence And Success

As a woman working in the world of men’s fashion, I interact with male models nearly every day. This may sound like an intimidating job, considering the statuesque perfection of …

You Are The Strongest, When You Are The Humblest

During my program last year in AmeriCorps, I found a program that changed my life known as Crossfit.   As someone who has had experience with a mental health condition, …

A Movement That Could Solve The Dropout Crisis

The nation's high school dropout crisis has continued to reach profound milestones in success. According to a report released by Building a Grad Nation, high school graduation rates are now …

Plus-Size Model Ashley Graham's Historic Sports Illustrated Cover Proves Beauty Is Not "One Size Fits All"

Wanting to change yourself to meet arbitrary standards of beauty is completely overrated—and I’m happy to say that plus-size model Ashley Graham just proved that to the world.   In …

This Is Why It's Not Always About The Destination, But The Steps

Forget everything that you've heard about reaching your goal. Forget everything you've heard about success.   Forget it all.   Why? Because maybe we've been focusing on the wrong thing. …

Students Must Rise: A Look Back At A Youth Revolution That Changed The World

Nelson Mandela was in jail for nearly 12 years by the time the youth of Soweto rose against the racist apartheid regime in 1976.   His incarceration for fighting against …

This Is Your Life. Own Your Story.

Who's it you want to be? What is it you want to do? Believe in yourself, that your dreams can come true. Understand this is your life, Your story to …