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[Jason Curry @JasonCurry]

A few years ago, I was invited to speak at an event alongside some of the most gifted communicators in the country. It should’ve been an honor—but I was distracted.

Backstage, I watched one speaker captivate the room with humor that had people doubled over in laughter. The next delivered a message so deep and moving, you could feel the silence in the room. And instead of focusing on the people I was there to serve, I sat in the green room silently comparing myself to everyone else.

He’s funnier. He’s smarter. She’s more polished.

And just like that, I lost sight of my own voice. I got so caught up in their gifts, I started second-guessing my own.

Right before I went on stage, I took a breath and prayed, “God, help me remember why You called me here. I don’t need to be anyone else. I just need to be faithful with what You gave me.”

That shift changed everything.

Because the truth is: Comparison will always rob you. It blinds you to your own blessings. It makes you resent what you were meant to rejoice in. And worst of all, it distracts you from the assignment that only you can carry out.

-You weren’t called to run someone else’s race.
-You weren’t made to echo someone else’s voice.
-You were created on purpose, with purpose.

So today—run your race. Use your voice. Max out your gifts. And be fully present in the lane God has given you.

That’s where the joy is. That’s where the impact is.

[Jack Carr @JackCarrUSA]

Honored to have had the privilege.

FEARLESS

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[Brian&Mandy Hopkins @wolfpride42]

RT @JackCarrUSA: Some stories aren’t just meant to be read—they’re meant to be remembered. FEARLESS, by Eric Blehm, tells the true story of…

[Brian&Mandy Hopkins @wolfpride42]

@JimShockey_ From right here in the Ouachita Mountains of Hot Springs, Arkansas!

[Solution Tree @SolutionTree]

Without looking at the graphic, can you list the 4 critical questions of a PLC at Work? 🤔

If you’re in a PLC, these questions ⬇️ drive your actions as an educator every day. https://t.co/6UZ9P0SSLt #LearningForAll #PLCatWork #ATPLC

[Brian&Mandy Hopkins @wolfpride42]

@JoshRay711 @SolutionTree @uhaul Learning By Doing at its finest!

[Brig Leane @BrigLeane]

I am so proud of the work of all of these schools & how Arkansas kept a steady focus on learning across the state for many years! May that investment continue to bear fruit for years to come.

[Brian&Mandy Hopkins @wolfpride42]

@PButterfield11 Still making me proud!

[Stephens Inc @Stephens_Inc]

Congratulations Phillip Butterfield III, CFP® for being named to the Arkansas Business 40 under 40 list! Your expertise and dedication have made an impact on your clients and colleagues. Your commitment to our community is commendable.

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[Sports Spectrum @Sports_Spectrum]

"I'm done. I'm not chasing that anymore Lord. I want to play for You."

Listen to this powerful message from @UKBaseball coach Nick Mingione (and his son Reeves) after punching their ticket to their first College World Series

[Brian&Mandy Hopkins @wolfpride42]

Today is the day she has worked 13 years for! As one door closes, another one opens! Love you sis!

[Brian&Mandy Hopkins @wolfpride42]

@SeligJason @SolutionTree Honored we get to do this work! Learning By Doing!

[Jason Selig @SeligJason]

Awesome day of networking, sharing and learning today! Had a very special guest in Bob Eaker to kick it off!
“What do you expect from schools and teachers for your own child? Shouldn’t it be the same for all students?” YES!
#PLC4AR
@SolutionTree

[Jack Carr @JackCarrUSA]

Honored to have had the privilege.
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FEARLESS
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To learn more about Adam Brown’s life and legacy read FEARLESS by @EricBlehm.

[Thomas Gilleran @GilleranThomas]

Hanging out with pro fisherman Greg Bohannan, shared his testimony tonight about how he met Jesus

[Brian&Mandy Hopkins @wolfpride42]

@SCcoachFotioo Looks like something you wore in Jr High

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@plugusin Preach Bill!

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@MarkPerna