Let’s talk about rough times – we all have them. It’s your attitude towards those less than ideal times that can determine the outcome. Rashema Melson’s story is inspiring and amazing. Here’s a girl who spent the last two years of high school living in a homeless shelter and managed to graduate top of her class — she certainly is an example of resilience, determination and perseverance – but is she special? No – we can all learn from her experience, realize that we have the power to write our own story and determine our own futures.

“Keep going no matter what and don’t let anything keep you down, because you will get put down but you have to get back up”

“Don’t do the easy route and just settle for what you have. Never settle for less.”