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Questions That Build's avatar

Thank you for sharing something so personal. The way you described letting go of what you couldn’t control while staying present in the experience really resonated. It reminded me that strength doesn’t always come from pushing harder, but from choosing how we show up, even in the hardest moments. I appreciate you putting words to that. Looking forward to reading sparks!

Tina Sharkey's avatar

So glad it resonated. Absorb and share. We can all make different choices. We are in control of how we chose to feel.

HilaryAynWolff@gmail.com's avatar

I just sent a spark back to you- I hope it ignites 🔥

Tina Sharkey's avatar

Spark rec’d. From you always!

Tina Sharkey's avatar

Ty Valen. So glad it resonated and yes we must stay present in our lives. If not now, when?

Jonas Goldstein's avatar

Tina you bring so much life and positivity to everything you do. Thrilled to be in the stream of sparks here with you and to witness your brilliance!

Tina Sharkey's avatar

Your design and brand brilliance is such an inspiration to all of my work. TY bro. xx

Liliana Lettieri's avatar

Valuing and identifying the “ineffable spark of humanity” is such a wonderful phrasing. Love this. Looking forward to more!

Jenny Lefcourt's avatar

I am so excited to read these! I will devour all the wisdom and positivity you put out here!

Anna Shaposhnik's avatar

So sorry you went through that and glad you are stronger on the other side! Looking forward to reading! - Anna

Hadley Wilkins's avatar

This is beautiful, Tina. And only you could find this spark to something so scary. You’re amazing. Love you!!!

Seth Goldstein's avatar

🙌

Aileen Lee's avatar

Excited for lots of soulful sparks ahead... your positivity, creativity and joy jump off the page - THANK YOU for sharing :)

Tina Sharkey's avatar

TY my Queen. You are a role model for the world to watch and teach me something new all the time. We stretch our arms out to lift others.

Sally Thornton's avatar

Your light is shining bright!! Thank you for bringing us along with what is sparking you...I can't wait to read all of your ideas as they unfold. You're an incredible teacher and leader, and I love you :)

Tina Sharkey's avatar

YOUR positivity is infectious! TY Sally. #BG

Dara Treseder's avatar

Joined Substack just to read Sparks and it is so worth it. Love you and so thankful you’re doing well!

Tina Sharkey's avatar

TY Dara! Your voice is a gift as well. Love the NY Times profile. What a role model and my students LOVE to learn from you like we all do.

Lisa Trapani Shumate's avatar

Tina—I’m so glad you’re doing better. We need more positivity and spark in this world. I look forward to your newsletter! Happy Holidays! Lisa Shumate

Tina Sharkey's avatar

TY Lisa. wonderful to be at the table with you advocating for what we deeply believe in!

Tiffany Shlain's avatar

So looking forward to your newsletter about possibilities!

Tina Sharkey's avatar

“Openings”. Your brilliance and my gift. xo

Tina Sharkey's avatar

#SharkeySisters You are ALWAYS at my side. I am by YOURS. Love you sissy. xo

Jen Pleasants's avatar

Looking forward to reading Sparks! So grateful you got a clean bill of health and a fresh look on life! Many blessings! Xo

Tina Sharkey's avatar

Always want your wisdom & unique POV about basically everything. You Show the Love in 1,000,000,000 ways.

Poet and the Bench's avatar

This! TY for sharing your wisdom and truth. Love this “When we harness the power of soul, we’re grounded, connected, intuitive, and unstoppable. And when we understand that, even the hardest experiences can become places of strength rather than fear.”

Tina Sharkey's avatar

‘tis true. spread that and we will all do better. Right?

Granny Lambert's avatar

Thanks so much Tina❤️💐❤️

Granny in AWEsome Nola⚜️⚜️⚜️