"I’m super excited to let girls who look like me know that they can do and be whatever they want with hard work and dedication.”

"I just live my life day by day and do whatever I want.”

"I’ve owned a business for a long time, and I never invest in myself like this.”

“… there are so many words that can describe being a good mom.”

“I’m proud that I came to this festival by myself.”

“I’m proud that I got a 4.28 GPA this semester … ”

“I just moved into my first apartment … ”

“I’m proud to sing in a band called Prom D8.”

"Each day is different, so take it day by day.”

"I’m in such a creative place, and I really wanted myself to be.”

"I’m proud to be myself without being afraid … ”

"I’m proud of all the hard work I put into every single thing I do.”

"I’m really proud of voting in my first election and making a difference!”

"I got a 4.1 out of 5, which for someone who teaches their first course, it’s kind of rare”

"I got into volunteering because my parents volunteer a lot, so I did it with them and I genuinely enjoy it.”

"I did not murder a houseplant recently!”

"I feel like I’m at a time in my life where I can do what I want.”

"It’s important to reflect on your emotions and struggles, even if it feels trivial, and be honest.”

"I’m proud I'm at Pitchfork and so happy to be here!”

“I’m proud to be a multicultural activist and feminist … ”

"I’m proud of my ability to recognize intersection and the way I work collaboratively with other people.”

"You just have to be in love with every one of your plants, and I love any tropical plants.”

"You’re helping people through the hardest day of their life, and anything I can do to make that easier … is incredible.”

"It gets better. It’s always worth the struggle; you come out a better person.”

"Getting to see 8-year-old girls on a Monday, then make it to Friday and be totally empowered, was amazing.”

"We’re throwing a festival … it’s gonna be dope!”

"As someone who has moved around a lot, I dreamt of being able to put down roots and have a sense of stability."

" … I have a real understanding of my strengths, weaknesses, habits, beliefs and emotions."

"It’s been amazing to see this idea I’ve had in my head for so long actually come to life and now be my house."

"We’ve been curating other brands and designers that fit within our values, but now we’re actually expanding and developing our own brand."