My Epiphany Moment

2010 March 2
by Grace Boyle

It was back in October when Matt tweeted about a “top secret” project. I’m like a little curious girl when it comes to hearing “top secret” so I immediately responded, “I’m in.” No matter what it was.

Fast forward, five months to today – Matt released the video collaboration, The Epiphany Moment, that involves 27 amazing individuals, from all walks of life talking about their moment. Matt describes the moment as “life changing – it’s one of those moments in your life when everything comes together – when it all “makes sense” – a true moment of clarity.”

Sharalyn says it best: “moments” is the key phrase, that we will have many epiphany moments, not just one throughout our lifetime.

Although it was hard to choose just one of my “moments” the one I filmed was more recent and relevant to my life, currently. It has to do with not settling, with taking a big risk even when nothing was set in stone and believing that happiness is a choice and a choice that I wanted to be part of.

Watch my video below, to understand what I’m talking about*

The Epiphany Moment – Grace Boyle from Matt Cheuvront on Vimeo.

I highly suggest you watch every single epiphany moment video. They’re all interesting and different. Matt did a great job collaborating, bringing in Tim Jahn and Courtney Olson to do the editing and beautiful music, respectively.

*Note: Just ignore that I’m saying “aha moment” instead of “epiphany moment” because not only am I that curious little girl, but I also sort of walk to the beat to my own drum. Oops. :)

So I want to know? What’s your epiphany moment? Did a light bulb go on? What’s that moment in your life when everything was clear?

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  • http://www.lifewithoutpants.com Matt Cheuvront

    Thank you SO much for being a part of this Grace – I absolutely love what you have to say here. It's been really interesting going back and watching these and seeing how much we've changed even in the 5 months since filming these. My favorite part of this is that anyone and everyone can come by, watch them at their convenience, and EASILY add their own.

    P.S. I adjusted your thumbnail – Vimeo has a fun way of picking out the worst possible stills of our faces, eh?

    Thanks again Grace – you rock!

  • http://www.solitarypanda.com floreta

    I'm stoked to be a part of this with you; and Matt!

  • andreavlewis

    Despite the fact that I'm a hybrid of GenY/GenX the idea of not settling no matter what stage of life you're in, is a lesson that we all not only need to be taught, but actually follow through with. You are just as inspiring on video as on screen (paper) Gracie! Thanks for sharing. =]

  • http://www.smallhandsbigideas.blogspot.com Grace Boyle

    @Matt Yes, thank YOU! Oh and thanks for adjusting my thumbnail, I looked a little out of it, but usually Vimeo provides some humor there ;)

  • http://www.smallhandsbigideas.blogspot.com Grace Boyle

    @Floreta Me too! I totally agree and I really loved your piece!

  • http://www.smallhandsbigideas.blogspot.com Grace Boyle

    @Andrea Aw, thank you so much. I always agree that I love to see video interaction of some of my favorite bloggers, because it humanizes them. Thanks for stopping by – you're always such a source of inspiration and support, Andrea. That really means a lot to me.

  • EllenNordahl

    Thank you for the reminder that we don't need to settle. I turned down a full-time offer in September because I knew I wouldn't be happy working for so much less than what I bring to the table. Hearing that you followed your intuition and things worked out all the better for it gives me hope. :)

  • http://www.smallhandsbigideas.blogspot.com Grace Boyle

    @Ellen I'm so happy my story could give hope. I know it's just one story and it varies for each person, but it really means a lot to me and has spoken measures to how I live my life. I have no regret about turning down the stable job, for something that didn't exist (yet) and look what happened. I sort of look at it, like nature takes its course…thanks for sharing, Ellen.