Inspiring yourself to inspire others.

Take a few moments to reflect on your role models, current and past. Why do you consider them role models? What have you gotten from them? How do feel after reflecting on those individuals? Are you refreshed, motivated to action or simply in a better mood? When we think of our own role models, we might think of qualities like passion, community involvement, care and encouragement.

Think about how your impact on young people can inspire the same feelings and movement toward action as your role models do for you. Check out this article to learn more about how those qualities can help youth see you as a role model.