In our conversations with thousands of entrepreneurs, professionals, and creatives we often hear the most heartwarming stories. These stories matter and they show why pursing your passion matters. When you care about what you do, you can make miracles happen for your clients, employees and other stakeholders. You’ll find some amazing stories below.
John Halcyon Styn
At the beginning of the COVID-19 lockdown, I realized I had an “essential skill.” As people were cooped up in their homes, they would be seeking ways to connect through their computers. I was, arguably, the world expert at finding connection through webcams. I had been practicing “digital group hugs” weekly for 20 years as part of my Hug Nation broadcasts. Read more>>
Caroline Johnson
A SMART Dog Rescue Love Story: Jojo and Rebel’s Journey to Friendship and Health
At the heart of every rescue story is a tale of survival, hope, and healing. The story of Jojo and Rebel, two resilient dogs brought together by SMART Dog Rescue, is a testament to the power of second chances. Both dogs were abandoned, both needed extensive medical care, and both found comfort and healing in each other’s companionship. This is their love story, a journey from hardship to happiness. Read more>>
Mimi Daraa
It was the tail end of COVID—the kind of liminal moment where the world was waking back up, but no one really knew how to be in it yet. My partner Red and I, along with our two dogs, packed up and left Austin for NYC, unsure of what we were searching for—just knowing we needed to move. Read more>>
Amanda Szyman
One story that’s always stayed with me happened early on in my post-op career. I had a client who flew in from out of town for a major surgery, and she didn’t have anyone local to help her. I stepped in for three days of care. She was in pain, emotional, and unsure if she had made the right decision. I stayed with her, cared for her wounds, helped her eat and move comfortably, and gave her space to just feel human again. By the end of her care, she cried—not because she was in pain, but because she felt seen, supported, and safe. She told me, ‘You gave me the kind of care I didn’t even know I needed.’ That moment reminded me why I created Alamo Sculpting and Wellness—to offer compassionate care, not just clinical help. Read more>>