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I am inspired when I hear about other people who volunteer at soup kitchens or events like the Special Olympics. When people raise money for important causes, I feel it is very... (Read more)
New York, New York, United States, 26
HIV/AIDS is an issue that I have at heart, and I became aware and involved at the age of 16, volunteering with youth organizations that support people living with HIV/AIDS... (Read more)
United States, 24
I am inspired by my surroundings, with a solitary tendency to sit under trees and find some "me time" when possible. If not through my family which has ignited my writing, my... (Read more)
United States, 45
One of the biggest challenges for most teachers is time, and any innovation to curriculum requires an initial investment of time and energy. However, as educators begin to see... (Read more)
Chicago, Illinois, United States, 24
I'm an advertising professional specializing in strategic planning who loves sneakers and fashion, and express that love through my fashion apparel company Fresh Connection Brand. (Read more)
Washington, District of Columbia, United States, 31
My goals and those of TIG are so intertwined, they are of one cause: making this world a better place and promoting sustainable development. Making this world a better place for... (Read more)
Redmond, Washington, United States, 16
I am a social innovator working with TEDxRedmond and People to People Alumni to help spread ideas. I am also part of the STEM high school community. (Read more)
Brooklyn, New York, United States, 30
First and foremost, I'm inspired by my spiritual source. I think all inspiration comes from Spirit, hence the word in-spir-ed. Externally, I'm inspired by pain and possibility.... (Read more)
Yardley, Pennsylvania, United States, 17
The suffering of the orphaned and underprivileged children that I witnessed in India, inspired me to start my own NGO. It is amazing that even though these children live in... (Read more)
United States, 17
Inspiration comes from the Lord, Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit, and every other god. It comes from nature and it's beauty, sometimes from the beauty of others. But most... (Read more)
New York, New York, United States, 22
I am cooperative, enthusiastic and passionate. I really enjoy helping others and trying to be the best that I can in order to achieve good things for others. I think of life as... (Read more)
Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, United States, 6
There is so much that has enriched my life, in spite of the Liberian civil crisis. As a child, I should have been watching television; I should have been in school learning... (Read more)
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