We love ourselves a good quote and so we asked our community to share their favorite quotes and affirmations with us and we’ve highlighted some below.

Leonid Gurevich | Landscape Photographer

I do not have a quote but I have a favorite short poem called “A Moment” by russian poet Vadim Shefner: Don’t get used to miracles – Marvel at them, marvel at them! Don’t get used to the heavens, reach out to them with your eyes. Look closely at the clouds, Listen to the birds, Follow the springs, Nothing will happen again. Moment by moment, step by step Fall into amazement. Everything will be like this – and everything will be different in one moment Read more>>

Trina Diakabanzila | Mother, Veteran, Entrepreneur flying dress shootz,

As a child in the Democratic republic of Congo 🇨🇩 Kinshasa, my oncle ( may he continue to rest in peace” always use to tell us and had a sign of this quote in our tribal language of Kikongo that read “sala ngolo, dia ngolo” and throughout my upbringing and growing up; even after leaving Congo as a child and immigrated to the US, that quote still stuck with me even till today. Pretty translate to “work hard, eat hard “ no one comes to your rescue people can only help you but so much. You must fend for yourself. Read more>> 

Troy Evans | Photographer & Videographer

Yes, a quote that resonates with is “People change, pictures don’t” The quote “People change, pictures don’t” encapsulates the transient nature of human behavior contrasted with the enduring stability of images. While individuals evolve through experiences, photographs remain fixed, capturing moments without alteration. This juxtaposition highlights the impermanence of human existence against the permanence of memories preserved visually. Change is integral to the human experience, but beneath it lies a core essence that remains constant. In contrast, pictures serve as anchors to the past, offering a glimpse into unchanging moments. Read more>>

Rachel Touchet | Owner/CEO

“Successful and unsuccessful people do not vary greatly in their abilities. They vary in their desires to reach their potential.” – John Maxwell I believe so many people rely on talent or education to pave the way for success. I’m mostly self-taught through trial and error. I don’t consider myself highly intelligent or particularly gifted. I’m willing to outwork others. I no longer let my fears or shortcomings hold me back. What has truly given me this opportunity is the fact that I have more passion and obsession for my industry in my pinky finger than most people could ever imagine having about any career. I’m in love with staffing and problem-solving. Read more>>