In 2002, on a cold winter night in Las Vegas, I found myself at a bus stop, homeless, broke, and a high school dropout. Society had given me three options: dead, jail, or working a job I hated. But I dreamed of more.

A flower doesn't bloom by changing itself; it flourishes when you change the soil. So, I embarked on a journey that led me to Peru, where I found one of my greatest teachers.

Life doesn’t always give us what we want, but if we trust it, it always gives us what we need.

In Peru, I realized that every obstacle was a blessing in disguise, and that the only limits are those we impose on ourselves.

I learned the power of courage and that the greatest gifts lie on the other side of fear. I discovered that magic is real, self-love is essential, and true flight requires letting go and forgiveness. Above all, I learned that kindness and compassion are the most powerful forces in the universe.

The path isn’t always easy, but for those who choose to walk it, the rewards are immense. And if you’re lucky, you might find others walking alongside you.