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I received my Compass Bracelet during a season of my life where movement meant more than just travel—it meant growth. At 32, I’ve been fortunate to see a lot of the country, from the rugged beauty of the Rockies to the deserts of Arizona and Utah, from the Pacific coastlines of California to the wide-open plains of North Dakota. Each place has left its mark on me. But the Compass Bracelet reminded me that no matter where I go, what matters most is how I show up along the way.
Travel has always been a big part of who I am. My wife and I love van trips—simple roads, changing scenery, no rush to be anywhere except together. Some of our favorite moments come from returning to the same places in different seasons, sometimes just us, other times with family and friends. Watching a familiar place change through snow, summer sun, or fall color has taught me something important: perspective changes everything. The Rockies, in particular, feel like a constant reminder of how small we are and how big life can be when we slow down and pay attention.
That idea ties directly into why spreading kindness matters so much to me. Every trip, every stop, every conversation with a stranger has shown me how far a small act of kindness can go. Someone holding a door, sharing a story, lending directions, or just offering a smile—it sticks with you. Kindness becomes the thing you remember long after the miles blur together. In a world where everyone is carrying something you can’t see, kindness is a way of acknowledging that we’re all just trying to find our way.
The Compass Bracelet symbolizes that idea for me. A compass doesn’t tell you how fast to go or what obstacles you’ll face—it simply helps you orient yourself. When I look at the bracelet, it reminds me to check my own direction. Am I being patient? Am I being present? Am I choosing kindness, even when it’s easier not to? Just like traveling through unfamiliar places, life doesn’t always give clear maps. The compass becomes a reminder to lead with intention and empathy, no matter where I am.
This bracelet inspires me to keep my “true north” aligned—not just geographically, but personally. Whether I’m exploring Washington, Vermont, Louisiana, or somewhere new, or standing still at home with family and friends, it reminds me that kindness is universal. It crosses state lines, seasons, and situations. At the end of the day, where I’m going matters—but who I am on the journey matters more.
