Nuggets of Wisdom

Family…either by blood or choice, can be super important during life's trials. At KR Squared, we consider ourselves a tight-knit work family and sometimes discuss topics beyond client campaigns. (These little breaks actually spark our creativity!) 

So today, we dove into the wonderful world of sage advice from the people we cherish. After all, who doesn't love a good piece of wisdom that sticks with you for a lifetime?

Let's start with #bossmom Kate. When she was younger, she worried, like we all do, about what people thought of her. So as her mom (yep, it's me, Katy writing this little piece), I dropped this gem on her. "Stop worrying what people think about you because they simply aren't. They are actually thinking about their own lives." 

Ashley also received a bead of wisdom from her mom. "Seize opportunities when they knock. Cause you really never know if it'll come back around again." Yep, life is unpredictable, and sometimes, opportunities are like stars - they appear and disappear in the blink of an eye.

Helena's best-received advice is a doozy, and it comes from a place of resilience and strength. Her quadriplegic brother told her, "Don't worry, it'll be ok...everything always works out." This mantra is now her family's motto. I mean, wow, oh wow, these words keep life in perspective.

And last but not least… there's me. My father was also a big fan of keeping life in perspective. He would ALWAYS say this when I was having a high school meltdown, and I've kept it with me through the years. "Most crises are 24-hour problems. They are not world conflicts." Remembering that most challenges have a limited shelf life helps me tackle personal and professional dilemmas with a clear mind. Thanks, Dad!

But the overarching point... these nuggets of wisdom guide us, comfort us, and empower us to face whatever life throws our way. So, the next time you receive advice from someone near and dear, cherish it. Embrace it. Write it on your heart. You never know when those words might become a beacon of light during a dark day. 

Now, back to work!