August 6 Take responsibility for your joy – it starts with knowing yourself. Take time to ask yourself, “Who am I?” by reflecting on your values and the life you want to lead. “Finding My Center" by Katie Terhark (page 119) August 7 While life’s experiences certainly shape our opinions, it can be hard to move away from what we are taught first. How will you apply this in your own self-awareness and your relationship with others? “What's Your Ford Truck" by Jason Anderson (page 277) August 8 Item description Focus your energy on goals that will bring you not just success but also fulfillment. What are some specific things you can do to lighten your backpack? Who can provide support to you during this journey? I “Beyond the Burnout - Never Too Late to Dream" by Sally Pauwels (page 51) August 9 TIncrease your cultural hybridity today. How would you describe your cultural self-identity? What could you do to enhance it? “Self-Identity" by Tim Gerhardson (page 299) August 10 We must safely guard our Earth, or we are all lost! What can you commit to doing to help protect our natural world? “Aspen Cathedral" by Paul Kachoris (p. 365) August 12 The most important lesson I learned was from my grandchildren. What specific actions are you willing to take to be an influencer in positive ways? “The Power of Youth Influencers in Prevention" by Carlton Hall (page 328) August 11 Item description Challenges can be truly rewarding. Identify who in your life may require extra attention or assistance. How do you feel about aiding them? I “Accepting the Challenge" by Lee Kooler (p. 255) August 13 Relationships are your greatest asset personally and professionally. Think about how support, collaboration and friendships can be pivotal for achieving you goals and finding joy in both your professional and personal life. “The Power of Relationships" by Laura Simpson (p. 243) August 14 Item description Understand your impact deepen your worth. So, today, ask yourself, how are you making an impact? How are you deepening your worth? What specific steps are you able to take to reach this objective? I “What is Success?" by Sally Lorentson (p. 139) August 15 Everyone should strive to be a lifelong learner. How has a rush to judgment proven you wrong in your life? What did you learn from that experience? “Insights From Inside" by Justin Harmon (page 66)