Andrea A. Atkinson-Perry

…Charity is the thread that weaves through our personal, professional, and spiritual lives. It shows up in how we lead, how we serve, and how we build community. …

…Many think that showing mercy is weakness, that it’s about letting people get away with murder and letting them off the hook. Really, it’s about letting go of the hook altogether…

… I’ve come to understand that achievement, real, lasting, soul-deep achievement, isn’t about how much we’ve accomplished or own, but how closely we’re walking with God as we do the work. …

..In my journey, I’ve come to understand that failure is not the opposite of success; it’s a part of success. Each stumble, each misstep, has taught me more than any smooth path ever could…

…Imposter syndrome is the internal belief that you’re not as competent as others think you are. It’s not just modesty or humility, it’s the deep fear that you’ll be “found out” as a fraud, despite evidence of your success…