“The world is my country, all mankind are my brethren, and to do good is my religion.” - Thomas Paine
Simply put, these words from the author of one of the most influential pamphlets in human history, summarize my rather simple reason for existence: TO BETTER THE LIVES OF OTHERS. Religion in this context is not meant to replace my connection with God, but more-so religion in the sense of a "doctrine" of beliefs.
The belief in change is why I'm here...
...why I teach...
...why I live...
...and ultimately, it is why I will die.
Thank you, anybody, for listening.
