I was given the book and card as a going away gift from my very close friend. I was moving from Columbus where I lived for 6 years to New York City. Making this big transition in my life was challenging. Although it was a dream that I had for year, I knew that I was leaving behind a comfortable life. I had been feeling like something was missing and I wasn’t living up to my full potential. I was excelling at work, but felt very lost and alone. For about a year, I was struggling with finding joy and peace while I lived in Ohio. I began having anxiety and bad depression. I isolated myself and felt less than. I wanted to get out but didn’t see the open door. Every door closed in front of me and I felt trapped. My friend who gave this book to me changed my life. I realized that I needed a friend like her. Someone who I could rely on and be myself around. I never felt judged or had to explain myself. Even when I fell short of being the friend I should have been, she was always there with open arms. She makes me laugh and always puts me in a good mood. She CONSTANTLY affirms me, encourages me, and says positive things about me. Even when I don’t feel incredible, she finds a way to point out something I did that made an impact. I’m so used to minimalizing myself that having a friend do the opposite really encouraged me and gave me a sense of confidence. I just hope that I can do the same for someone else. Thank you Jasmine for this reminder that we all have a gift to share and we can all make a difference.