CH: Words To Live By

Many times teachers, family members, career mentors have said things that challenged, inspired and motivated me— things I take with me throughout my daily life. The difference the words didn’t come through a television set. … Words from teachers, coaches etc. can have great impact because of the personal connection we have with those who are speaking. A presidential speech isn’t quite the same. I didn’t hear anything in Obama’s very fine speech that a kid would “take to heart and live their lives by.” Like I said, the speech was fine, I hope my kids will see it, but it was not an “Ask not what your country can do for you,” moment.

Question: Can you remember words from a teacher, coach, parent, etc., that inspired you?