We connected with some of the most resilient folks in the community and one of the most insightful questions we had an opportunity to ask centered around whether there was ever a time they almost gave up. Highlighting some of the responses below.
Timothy Moore
Yes—more than once. Building a creative career while balancing real life hasn’t always been easy. There are seasons where the weight of responsibility, financial pressure, and personal challenges make me question if it is worth continuing. Read more>>
Jennifer Brokaw
It was the summer of 1997, and I was a Plebe (freshman) at the United States Naval Academy. I was about halfway through the indoctrination process of Plebe summer, which equates to boot camp for Midshipman. It was seriously hard. They tried to break you at every moment. Read more>>
Jermeshea Nichole
Yes, I’ve always had that in the back of my mind. There are so many talented artists out there. I just never thought I would be one of them but, I told myself I can’t give up. Read more>>
