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Hi, Im Jessica. Being a teenager in todays world can be hard and confusing. I am fortunate to have a passion and dream that I am pursuing but at the same time, I have all of the challenges that come with friends, peer pressure in high school and just being a teen. I used to come home every day and wonder, What is wrong with me? Why dont I fit in? What do I do different than everyone else that makes me stand out? One day I am on top of the world and the next day Im trying to figure out why my friends suddenly stopped liking me? No matter how old I become, I am still looking for answers to these questions.Today, I am realizing that so many of us across the world are struggling with the very same issues. We feel alone and different. This is why I created the I Believe In Me or IBIM site. I wanted a place that I could go to on the days that I am struggling to find my way. A place where I could get answers to my questions from someone who understands me. A place where I could get inspiration and wisdom to keep me going one more day. And a place where I wouldnt feel alone.No matter what your political beliefs are, there was a lot that could be learned from Barack Obama's campaign for President in 2008. He inspired many with his Yes We Can campaign. He spoke to people and put hope back into our political process. He really changed the way many viewed elections. He inspired young adults, people from different races and many others. The number of people who voted was more than ever before. And many felt inspired that the world could be different. I was amazed at how a few people motivated many. That's what we can do if we come together. Todays young generation is powerful and we can make a difference in our lives and the world around us. However we must bond together to do that and become one voice. Maybe many of us are afraid because we feel we would be standing alone and dont want to be rejected. I feel that sometimes our world and daily lives dont change because we feel like we are the only ones going through difficult situations. But were not. We stand together!Check Out "An Inspiring Story" - we will continue to share different inspiring stories. If you have one or you know of someone with one, send it to us so we can feature them on the site."When You Need An Honest Answer" ask Trina Harmon Trina is a coach that truly understands. Come and read her blog and ask questions or make comments. Trina will answer the questions that we have whether big or small.Inspirational Quotes Visit the site to receive a weekly quote for inspirationRegistration Opportunity Register for the site and have weekly quotes and updates emailed to youRemember this is our site. We are members of a team that wants to improve the lives of our generation. I hope you find this site inspirational and visit often! We would love to receive your thoughts and stories. Please send them so we can share with others. Lets make a difference!"Your interaction with someone today could be life changing for them or you. Make it a good one!"-Jessica Kenney
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Every other week this group needs to raise awareness and reveal the truth about ourselves instead of the lies we tell ourselves and others. We believe that when we’re able to share our own personal experiences in life it not only helps us heal but also helps the people around us, by knowing we’re not alone. We accept and allow ourselves and others just as we are and we hold this space for the possibility of who we can become. When we realize our true worthiness in this world, we learn the power of change is within us; not outside of us. And with that power we can change not only our own lives but our community as well.

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Tyson Busenbark

WHAT WILL YOU BE REMEMBERED FOR?

Tyson Busenbark had just turned 16 years old when he was diagnosed with cancer, and given less than a year to live. His confident spirit stayed strong, and he lived his life to his fullest capacity for not only the next year, but another year following that! Even through tremendous pain, endless treatments, and severe weight loss, he truly lived the words that became his message to other teenagers, "NEVER GIVE UP."His courage and strength was so contagious, that he affected all those who got a chance to know him, including the new Nashville country group, Due West. They were so taken by him, that they would just show up at his high school and do an impromptu performance. They also donated their concert proceeds to him and his family for their medical expenses. As one of his last requests, Tyson asked Jason Deere (Due West Producer and writer for SheDaisy, Jessica Simpson, and Lady Antebellum) to write a song for him and his mother, so that he would be remembered.Jason invited his good friend and songwriter Trina Harmon (Jessica Simpson, Amy Grant/Vince Gill, Hillary Duff, and Jesse McCartney) to help write this special song for Tyson. She said, "We knew this song was beyond us, and beyond our comprehension. How do you possibly know what it's like to be in this kid's shoes?" On her way to Nashville to write with Jason, Trina ran into an artist and close friend, Josh Snyder from Orlando, FL. Josh is a 3 time cancer survivor and is only in his late 20's. "Something just told me we needed Josh in the room with us to write this song. I wanted his 'survivor' spirit, and his understanding to be infused in whatever happened. Once we all got in a room together, and spoke to Tyson on the phone, the song pretty much wrote itself."A few months later, in May 2008, on the night of his senior graduation, over 100 classmates and friends gathered on Tyson's front lawn holding candles and sang worship songs, as each one walked in and hugged him goodbye. Aug 1st, 2008, Tyson lost his battle with cancer, but he is forever remembered for the love and the message he gave to the world.In May of 2009, a production company of the new movie, "Letters to God", was searching the internet for the founder of a new cancer organization out of Orlando, FL to tie into their film. It happened to be the brand new, booming organization, KNOW CANCER (www.knowcancer.com) which was started and conceptualized by Josh Snyder! He had the song "Everything Is Beautiful" on his MySpace site, and the production company loved it so much, they had to have it for their film. This special movie is based on a true story about a young boy's journey with cancer, and is due out March 2010. Trina adds, "Throughout my career, I've had to fight to get songs heard and out into the world.I love how this song just finds its own way, and leads us to where it is needed the most. I like to think Tyson is still with us, getting his message heard."Life is so much shorter than any of us realize. And we are never guaranteed a tomorrow. What do you want to be remembered for?
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Letters To God http://www.letterstogodthemovie.com

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