“Being a woman is standing up for the values you hold. It’s living your life the way you choose to. It’s constantly growing and experiencing. It’s embodying strength. I love being a woman because it makes me feel powerful. Without us, there’s nothing.”

“In high school I thought I had my whole life planned out. I thought I knew exactly what I wanted. Since then the things I valued have changed and I have a better idea of the things that I actually want out of life.”

“Life is short. You never know what the next day could hold and you can’t take life for granted. 2020 taught me to just enjoy the little things more.”

“One of my goals is to seek personal growth. I think if you really want a fulfilling life, you have to continue to grow as a person. Another goal is to just be present. We’re always awaiting the future and forgetting to live in the present. I want to be more content with how my life is now.”

“I would say I’m happy with the way my life is now, but I know I want more out of it. I still have so much more I want to accomplish. I’m only 21 years old so my life is really just beginning. I’m happy, but I’m not content.”