“A man who won’t die for something is not fit to live.” – Martin Luther King Jr.
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One of the most prominent African-American civil rights leaders Martin Luther King Jr, said, “A man who won’t die for something is not fit to live.” While you might think that this a little harsh or drastic, taking action to stand up for what you believe in is considered by many to be one of the most important values as a leader, in business and in life in general.
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We mainly see people standing up for what they believe in rights movements, or politics, or by people with important causes that they believe strongly in.
Yet in many quarters of society, we see people who silence their opinions and lose their authenticity in an attempt to be liked by everyone or to appease both sides of an ideological divide. Some get muted by those with louder voices, or are repressed in a wide number of ways.
When you stand up for what you believe in, you are your own person. You are in charge of what you do. You get to decide what you want and what you like.
If someone close to you cannot respect your free will, then maybe they are not worth being close to. You and only you can decide who you are, and what you do. You get to stop being a blind follower, and you get to be a full expression of yourself.
Do not willingly give up your personal freedom by simply being a faceless body in the crowd. Be yourself. Stand up for what you believe in, even if it means standing by yourself. Because even if you are standing alone, you’ll know for a fact that it was your choice. It is a right that we all have and is such a shame not to fully exercise it.
Be authentic and stand up for your beliefs:
“Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak; courage is also what it takes to sit down and listen.”– Winston Churchill.
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Just a friendly reminder that we truly appreciate YOU! Thank you for all of those who truly support Katiana, encourage her and cheer her on. We see you and you know who you are! We are grateful for friends like you! Photographer @littlesandlight HMUA @graffitima Dress by @princessandfrogboutique Headpiece by @wym_shop #kindessmatters #kindnessisfree #grateful #humble #thankful
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Fun times at @kidzcon in the candyland section!!! Cotton candy by @loveswirls Katiana’s HMUA by @martinlanechristopher
At @kidzcon with our bestie @lil_curlyfry_dancer @katiana_upton’s HMUA by the fabulous @martinlanechristopher #hmua #unicorn #galaxy #kidzcon #katianaupton
Forgot to post this last week. Katiana first day of second grade. 8/6/18 ~ I can’t believe the summer is over with!!! #shedressedherself #pinklipstick #2ndgrade #nautica
Live your truth. Express your love. Share your enthusiasm. Take action towards your dreams. Walk your talk. Dance and sing to your music. Embrace your blessings. Make today worth remembering. Katiana had a great time during her last dance recital.
So sad to share this but my husband hired an amazing young man recently, however something tragic happened while he was relocating to their new home. Lukas Ross was traveling in his motorhome earlier this week while moving his family back to Northern California from Idaho for a career position with the railroad. During their travels, the motorhome had a mechanical failure and Lukas lost control of it. He was fatally injured. His wife and children were following in the car behind him and witnessed the entire thing. He leaves behind his wife and four children ages one, three, six and eight. Lukas was also an active Airman with the National Guard. This man was doing everything in his power to create a great future for his young family. Lukas and his wife, Lacey, sold everything they owned in order to buy the motorhome that way they could live out of it until they got their feet back on the ground. Literally everything they had left was in that RV and is no longer salvagable. Anything that you can donate even if its only a few bucks will help as he was the sole provider for his family. Thank you so much in advance.
Katiana in a commercial for @Yoobi. Her friends at @Yoobi have started a movement that inspires the next generation of leaders. Students who have the tools to reach their dreams and young people who value kindness, giving, community, creativity, invention, and care for others. I just love how they are giving back to the kids that need school supplies this year. Every click and watch counted. Thank you for taking the time to view it on YouTube. Link in my bio. Now and ask the question: #WhoWillYoobi ? #yoobi #yoobigives #yoobigivesback #katiana #katianaupton ##yoobimagic #sunrise #beachsunrise #earlymorning #kindnessmatters #community #inspire #inspireothers
Make sure you check out @kidzcon and get your tickets today before they sell out! It’s one event you don’t want to miss out on! There will be many activities and games for the kids to play. It’s held at The Reef in LA this Sat & Sun! They also have amazing vendors like @flapdoodles @hausofjr @mythicalslyme @arockinice_shave_ice @marcelwaffles @thegrilledcheesetruck @madeinbrooklynnypizza @rollinburgertmbb @deweyfairchild @candylanekidz @loveswirls @thegoodkidsapparel @bluponyvintage @velveteenclothing @bijousauvage @greyandray and more! Go to @kidzcon for@more details!!!
“A man who won’t die for something is not fit to live.” – Martin Luther King Jr. . . One of the most prominent African-American civil rights leaders Martin Luther King Jr, said, “A man who won’t die for something is not fit to live.” While you might think that this a little harsh or drastic, taking action to stand up for what you believe in is considered by many to be one of the most important values as a leader, in business and in life in general. . . We mainly see people standing up for what they believe in rights movements, or politics, or by people with important causes that they believe strongly in. Yet in many quarters of society, we see people who silence their opinions and lose their authenticity in an attempt to be liked by everyone or to appease both sides of an ideological divide. Some get muted by those with louder voices, or are repressed in a wide number of ways. When you stand up for what you believe in, you are your own person. You are in charge of what you do. You get to decide what you want and what you like. If someone close to you cannot respect your free will, then maybe they are not worth being close to. You and only you can decide who you are, and what you do. You get to stop being a blind follower, and you get to be a full expression of yourself. Do not willingly give up your personal freedom by simply being a faceless body in the crowd. Be yourself. Stand up for what you believe in, even if it means standing by yourself. Because even if you are standing alone, you’ll know for a fact that it was your choice. It is a right that we all have and is such a shame not to fully exercise it. Be authentic and stand up for your beliefs: “Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak; courage is also what it takes to sit down and listen.”– Winston Churchill. Photographer @demarest_portraits @katiana_upton . . . . #katiana #katianaupton #inspirationalquotes #standupforwhatyoubelievein #saynotobullying
Another fun day at camp! She is having such a blast! . . . #dirtyfeet #summercamp #makingmemories #lakelife #tahoenationalforest #katianaupton #katiana @katiana_upton
One of Katiana’s commercials for @sierra_pacific_home_comfort @katiana_upton had such a great time on set. Everyone was so wonderful to her. #sierrapacific #sierrapacificsolar #katiana #katianauoton