We are all born with innate talents and abilities. The challenge for us is to develop them to their full potential. The challenge for society is to facilitate and empower that to happen. It can be through education and supports we can grow and mature to our fullest and become empowered. Anything less is a waste of lives, hopes, and dreams. True growth takes time and along with it comes growing pains and discomfort. We must let go of the comfort of the status quo and take risks. We may find risk taking scary especially if we are venturing into the unknown and there is uncertainty of success. We must remind ourselves life is short and too precious to defer it or to play it safe. We must live in the now and fulfill each and every moment.