So many of us parent the way our parents did – because it’s the only example we’ve had a chance to see up close. We think one of the ways to remedy this is to create a space where people can share stories of the things they feel their parents did right, so we can all learn from those examples.

Christy Kinard

In the magic of my childhood, the seeds of creativity were sown, and I knew from an early age that my destiny lay in the world of arts. My parents, recognizing this spark within me, nourished it with love and opportunities. Piano, dance, and art classes became my haven, and I reveled in the joy of creating. Read more>>

Arianna Heisler

I grew up in a creative household, my mom has done just about anything you can think of. Silk screen printing, she’s done it. Tattoos, she’s done it. And my grandma, well she does all the things a grandma should do! She quilts and crochets and has been doing so my whole life. It was inevitable that I somehow someway would be doing something creative. But I think the best thing my mom did was give me the tools but never force anything. She always allowed me to have the opportunity to try and do whatever I wanted, but even more importantly she cheers me on all in on no matter what I want to do! That is what my parents do right, push me, inspire me and are always there cheering me on! Read more>>

Madame Sirena

Both of my parents are outgoing, socially aware, straight up and exceptional hard workers with great personalities. I learned from my mother to be a BOSS, unapologetically. I grew up seeing my mom dominate in her career, love her family and lead the life that she wanted. I became comfortable being the brightest light that shined in the room, speaking like I have sense and presenting myself in a way that clearly set me apart from others. My father taught me to be a sharp thinker and always pay attention to how people move, not what they say. They both showed me to never accept a first offer, that family is everything and the power of positive thinking. How can you expect good things to happen in your life when all you do is project negativity? This knowledge has been a life transformation tool. It has given me the momentum to start and succeed in business, speak my mind to get what I want/need, be affirmative in my desires and truly see the world as a opportune place for me and my soul tribe! Read more>>

Santana AnnaKay

First, I would like to say thank you to my parents (and grandparents) for all they have sacrificed for me and my siblings, we truly wouldn’t be the adults we are today without you. One thing that I carried with me along life’s journey is to always be myself and to stand up for what I believe in. My parents are both outspoken individuals who passionately speak their truth and model what it truly means to stand firm in your beliefs. Read more>>

Mikayla Newton

My mom, who always encouraged me to believe I could do whatever I put my mind to, helped me by finding and printing out hundreds of reporting and anchoring job offers. It eventually led me to getting my first on-air job. Read more>>

Elly Pagan

My parents, both Puertoricans, did a great job in raising me. They raised me to be a strong, loving, understanding and smart person. Born different from the rest, I was always feeling odd and out of place but my parents always taught me that odd and different can also be a good thing. Because of them, I learned to adapt to my surroundings, environment and/or situations. Which then taught me to be open minded about the world, humans and the way life works. I then, aquired the desire to explore art and all the beautiful ways art can make one feel, think and even react. Read more>>