What do you want people to remember about you?

We asked folks we admire to tell us about what they want their legacy to be. Check out their responses below.

Maya Angelo wrote, “I would like to be known as an intelligent woman, a courageous woman, a loving woman, a woman who teaches by being.”
This sums up how I would like to be remembered. I lost my mother to cancer on my 17th birthday. Trying to navigate my senior year, and young adulthood without her was challenging, to say the least! I was lucky to be surrounded. by dynamic women, my friend’s mothers, teachers, and coaches who carried on my mother’s work of trying to raise me to be a decent human, and become an adult who would add value to the world. Read More>>

I want my legacy to be one of faith, love, and service. More than anything, I want to be remembered as a devoted husband and father who always put my wife, daughter, and son first. I want them to know that every decision I made, every sacrifice, and every moment I spent with them was rooted in my love for them and my faith in God.
As a chiropractor, I hope to be remembered not just for helping people find relief from pain, but for truly caring about their well-being. My goal has always been to serve others with integrity, compassion, and a commitment to their health. Read More>>
My legacy is not about success in the traditional sense—it’s about impact. I want to be remembered as an esthetician who truly cared, who created a space where people felt seen, valued, and uplifted. Skincare is more than just looking good; it’s about self-care, confidence, and overall well-being. I want every client to leave my studio not just with healthier skin, but with a lighter heart, feeling like they just spent time with a friend who supports them unconditionally. In an industry that often prioritizes sales over service, I stand for genuine care, kindness, and integrity. Read More>>
