This post was originally published at the invaluable StudentActivism.net.

1. Trust is a risk worth taking. 2. A rough beginning can be a reason for optimism. 3. The people you are in awe of are often in awe of you. 4. Sleeping on a church floor is a beautiful thing. 5. The road is long because it’s supposed to be long. 6. Sharing stories is life-altering. 7. The beloved community exists in a state of constant reinvention. 8. Where the movement is now … is thrilling.