The principles I have learned from Todd have truly changed my life. He has been a constant role model for me for as long as I can remember. He has a special gift with words, and he teaches with love—knowing how to inspire change and growth.

When I returned home from my mission, I was eager and excited to start the next chapter of my life. I had so many goals I wanted to achieve and habits I wanted to establish or maintain. I was excited and ready, but what I didn’t realize was that even though I had the drive, discipline, and commitment to make these aspirations a reality, at the root of it, I really didn’t know where to begin.

I quickly realized, like many of you, that living up to the goals and aspirations I had set as “Elder Lindsey” was much harder than I had previously thought. Todd, through these 12 principles, taught me that perfection isn’t expected of us—nor is it even possible to achieve right now. There simply wasn’t time in my busy life to do all the things I had promised my missionary self I would do—and that was okay.

I truly believe that by adhering to these principles, I was able to find happiness and joy in imperfection. Through Todd’s mentoring, I realized that our growth isn’t always measured by our accomplishments but rather by our focus. Todd’s guidance has not only helped me grow but has also given me the confidence to embrace my journey with grace, knowing that every step forward—no matter how imperfect—is a step toward becoming the best version of myself. 

- Hyrum Lindsey