What is some advice you’ve received that has remained with you and served as a source of guidance ever since?
Gregory Granett-Cauthen, Capitol Heights, Maryland
“That no one man is a mountain unto themselves, and for every time you feel like you’ve reached the summit, to one of them, there’s always one in the distance to climb. So always try to learn and stay curious.”
Dr. Marvin Perry, Northwest D.C.
“Always put other people first, believe in God, believe in yourself and always help your family when they are in crisis and in need.”
Cris Anderson, Northeast D.C.
“Enjoy each day.”
Jayy Jones, Greensboro, North Carolina, and Corvan Hill, St. Louis
“You get a million chances to do something wrong, you only get one chance to do it right.”
“You might as well make your choice because they are going to talk about it anyways.”
Compiled by Keith Golden Jr.