Day 1 - The First Step Is Always The Hardest

Today is the day before I launch my video. It's probably one of the most nerve racking times in my life. I've been thinking about this, and working on this project for over a month now and to be very honest, I can't believe I'm actually doing it.

For me this is a huge risk, and like most people I highly fear the public's negative reactions and/or rejections. I don't even know if anyone will watch it, or better yet donate...but the way I see it, and justify it to myself it this:

There are millions of people in the world, some who need money, and some who have money to spare. Regardless of negative reactions this was an opportunity I just had to take advantage of. I'm putting myself out there for everyone to see and to judge, with the hope that they may understand my goal and share my dreams for success. I've seen videos where people just ask for money because they want to know what it feels like to be a millionaire, or because they can't afford their dream wedding. I'm asking for money to be able to afford an above and beyond education, which I feel every single person deserves.

I know a lot of people will argue that I'm asking for FREE money, but I don't feel that way at all. I'm offering highly accessible documentation so that those who contribute can feel safe that their money is going towards the proper cause. I want to be continually held accountable for my actions up until graduation and beyond.

I'm also offering a future service to join the millions of UNDERPAID and OVERWORKED Educators who just want to make a difference in their world. I want to share my passion for the arts with students who haven't quite figured out their way. I want to inspire them to seek higher education and demand the very best that life can give. As much as I didn't want to admit it then, that's exactly what my teachers did for me, they never gave up.

This endeavor wouldn't be happening if I didn't believe in it, and I do. Very much so. I believe in you, and I believe in the power of community and unity and support. I just hope that you can also believe.