In our experience, talking about legacy is often subtly discouraged by society and we find this to be deeply unfortunate. Thinking about the legacy you would like to build can help you better align your work, life, time – your sweat and tears – with your values. Below, we’ve tried to create a space for folks to start conversations about they legacies they are hoping to build.

Sally Grieshaber

Legacy is an especially close subject when it comes to photography. As an artist, I am truly capturing stories through the lens of my eye. Documenting the world around me exactly as I see it. Telling stories of other beautiful humans’ lives and their most special days. This is what I hope to be remembered for. Being a story teller. Providing other humans a way to view their story in a beautiful, artful way. Read more>>

Hector Torres

At age 48, after 23 years in the IT industry, I decided to purse my dream to become an airline pilot. This was a huge decision and a huge gamble. The training lasted a little over 10 weeks and it was the most difficult endeavor I have ever pursued. The training itself was challenging and demanding but the what I had the most difficulty with was being away from my family for so long. At times I questioned my decision, but my close friends and family encouraged me to continue. I am glad I kept going, on August 15 my dream became a reality when I passed my final checkride. Read more>>

Julia Wambach

There’s something so special about being a photographer. I’m constantly honored to have a front row seat watching people celebrate their love, milestones, welcoming a new member to their family, etc. I’m hoping to build a legacy where i’m remembered by not only my ability to capture these special moments that last forever, but also showing each and every one of my clients their unique beauty. It is truly a mission of mine to create a welcoming and accepting environment within my business. Read more>>

Leola Watkins

I want my legacy to feel like a deep, lingering kiss on the soul—something unforgettable, something that wakes people up to the fullness of life. Through my book, Sacred Sex Ed, and the spaces I’ve created, my hope is to inspire generations to embrace their sensuality as a sacred, unapologetic expression of their divinity. Sexuality and spirituality were never meant to be separate; they’re dance partners, teasing and twirling together in the rhythm of our lives. If I’ve helped people see that, then I’ve done my job. Read more>>

Chelsea Carbonell

I would really love for my legacy to be an anonymous gift to future generations. I know that when I take photos now, they are loved but they compound in importance the more time goes on. I believe almost everyone has a few select old photographs that mean a lot to them- their great grandparents they didn’t meet, their parents young and carefree. I don’t think we usually go to the thought “who took this photograph?” but they are really all we have to tether us to knowing our loved ones before our time. Photos are an immense gift. I hope even one of my photos lives on like this. Read more>>

Elise Hines

I hope my legacy reflects faith, courage, and endless possibilities. I want to be remembered as someone who trusted God wholeheartedly, embraced life fearlessly, and believed in the impossible.

My journey proves we’re not confined to one path—whether changing careers or pursuing multiple passions, there’s always room to explore. More than anything, I want to inspire others to trust God, take bold risks, and live life to the fullest. Read more>>

Emmanuel Flores

I want people to remember how beautiful life is, with the pictures, with what I write. life is so fast-paced that sometimes we forget to take in what’s around us. So the legacy I want to build is for people to remember to take life easy and to remember how great life can be.
I really hope they talk about how peculiar my mind was, but I think that the people who knew me will talk about how caring I was, and how inspiring I was to them all. Read more>>

Rakim Hogan

Honestly, I just want my legacy to be based on how many people that I have been able to help, support, and impact through my creativity. When I’m gone I just want people to understand that all the things that I have accomplished on my journey here is that, all things that can be achieved by anyone. I want people to know that I am just like them I’ve felt all of the pains, joys, stress, strife, and strength that comes with pursuing your purpose.. and I am a true testament of “if you can go through it, you can grow through it”. At the end of the day I’d like to be remembered for helping people and providing inspiration for those that come after me. As well as someone who is willing to serve a purpose higher than my own, because that’s all that’ll matter in the end. Read more>>

Rubén Avendañ0

After graduating high school, I worked at a printing shop, uncertain about my future. I planned to take a year off before continuing my education. Around that time, my uncle encouraged me to apply for a job at a prestigious film developing company. It offered great pay and the chance to help my family through a difficult financial time. Read more>>

Jamea Kollie

I hope I’m remembered for being a Jill of all trades and never compromising my character for it. There is a difference between evolving and changing. Some people change when positive traction happens to them, and take action to validate their ego. I want to continue to evolve and be confident in my abilities but remain curious, getting uncomfortable when necessary, and trying something new until it’s time to pass a torch, whenever that is. Read more>>