We all have a desire deep within us to make a difference with our lives. But we often look in the wrong place to fulfill that desire and we chase misguided goals.

Confidence does not come from collecting accomplishments, recognition, or status. It’s something we discover when we write our own story from the inside-out and give away our gifts and abilities.

The 1% Journal for Students takes students on a journey to create a better version of themselves every day. Continuous improvement allows young people to strengthen the relationships and connections with the people in their lives. Then, they can move beyond just influence and inspiration to creating a positive impact.

Each of our lives is a story and…

Every story has a HERO.

Every hero goes on a JOURNEY.

Every journey is an opportunity to make an IMPACT.

Will we write a story which creates an impact?

As the hero of our own story, we do not want to simply pass through the stages of our journey reacting to the circumstances of the world around us. We need fundamentals we can employ to help ensure we experience transformation and we use our experience to make a positive impact on others.

Our impact comes from executing certain FUNDAMENTALS.

These fundamentals work in pairs through an INSIDE-OUT process.

Inside fundamentals help us employ MINDSETS of impact.

Outside fundamentals guide us to take ACTIONS which make a positive impact.

These 12 Fundamentals of IMPACT are:
Have a Vision
Pursue Our Dreams
Seek Excellence
Grow Character Skills
Rise Above
Overcome Obstacles
Be a Lighthouse
Lead by Serving
Know Our Integrity
Live by Principles
Seek Peace and Fulfillment
Enjoy the Journey

Each one of the 366 challenges in this journal aims to help students develop one of the fundamentals they need for their JOURNEY.

Ultimately, the journey always provides the hero opportunities to create a better version of themselves so they can give their gifts and abilities away to others and make a difference in the world.

The 1% Journal for Students aims to help students master the following social and emotional learning competencies:
Self-Awareness
Self-Leadership
Social Awareness
Relationship Skills
Responsible Decision-Making

More than ever, young people need an avenue to live with purpose and make a positive impact on others.

The 1% Journal for Students will take them on a journey to write their own story of IMPACT!