Belief Bridge
In this clip from the movie Onward, the protagonist faces an insurmountable obstacle to cross over a “pit to nowhere” using a magical bridge that only appears with belief. We witness a hero’s journey battling doubt based on sight and inviting belief based on faith. Each time I watch the clip, I tear up because of the fragility of belief and the awesomeness of the sidekick that pushes the friend with borrowed belief urging him to “believe with every step.” I often think about how we need people who believe in our ambitions and help plant the seeds for our wildest dreams.
Watch Lady Gaga’s 100/99/1
My husband became the 2020 Democratic Nominee for Missouri Secretary of State. In a red state, his campaign attracted $250,000+ from a national PAC, raised nearly $1.5m from donors across 45 states, and 1m+ Missourians voted for him. His belief resonated with donors, journalists, neighbors, and citizens across the political spectrum. Many lifelong registered voters on the opposing party voted for him based on his conviction in voting access for all. When our world seemed to lack the right leadership and we were struggling with COVID as new parents with our fourth child, I joined in his belief because of his conviction.
Despite the odds, they believed because he believed in the possibility.
As a founder, I have gratitude and respect for fellow belief seed sowers as I create a parenting empowerment platform for ambitious women prioritizing family. I'm reminded to build belief with every step. Research shows the #1 trait of funded founders is conviction. You have to start the dance and perhaps enough people will join because you see something invisible to them. Leading by faith and not sight.
Whether taking a leap of faith or trusting others, belief is the foundation for connections and uncharted progress. In our commitment to building social connections in our community, we commit to being the sidekick to urge you, our children, spouses, friends and family members forward.
Will I fall, fly or fail? The outcome depends on conviction and belief.