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Please review our short inspirational stories. Each bite-size story is only a 3-4 minute read but will fill your heart with positive energy. Some of these stories are historic, most are contributed from people just like you. Do you have a story waiting to be told? Please make the next story you see here your own.
Former Gang Member Turns College Professor
Victor Rios left behind violent gang life in West Oakland Dr. Victor Rios is one of the few and the lucky. Raised by a single mother of four on welfare in a rough Oakland neighborhood, he found out...
Talented Artist Sheds Youthful Scars on Path to Help Others
Individualized Jewelry Designs Empower Others to Overcome We’ve all seen the photos. The delicate little flower growing in the crevice of a large rock. The Lone Cypress in the Big Sur coastline....
After Five ‘Death Sentences’ Selfless Author Keeps Giving
Bill Potts chronicles lessons from his cancer journey to help others The athletic father of three came to learn of his thyroid cancer diagnosis in March of 2002. It came as a shock to Bill, an...
Childhood Disease Shapes Successful Businessman’s Life
High-energy, sense-of-urgency and philanthropy are hallmarks of Eric Goodman’s journey. I first came to know Eric Goodman at an industry function and was struck immediately by his enthusiastic...
Modern Day Troubadour Influences Others and Changes Lives
Life as an underdog blessed him with grit and determination It’s rare to find Scott Parsons without his guitar. Whether he is at home in Tennessee or on the road visiting his many clients throughout...
Finding Joy, Humor and Purpose Amidst Hardship
Dedicated dad and creative professional repurposes his life after business downturn I remember the first time I met Stan Holden. We were at an event for our daughters through the YMCA’s Indian...
Turning Life Lessons into “Blessons”
Everything is a matter of perspective for successful executive and author. As a young child growing up in the Jeffries Projects in Detroit, Michigan Elena Neely was surrounded by big dreams. The...
Bad Childhood. Good Life!
Survivor of violent childhood achieves personal and professional success. Agatha “Aggie” Tuxhorn was born in a Mennonite community in Northern Mexico in 1979. The Mennonites are a cloistered group...
A Life of Resilience Helps Businesswoman Beat the Odds
Tenacity, focus and drive fuel accomplishments. The first thing you notice when you meet Chris Wilson is the piercing and beautiful blue eyes. Her eyes showcase an inner strength that has fueled her...