Eric Thomas traces his passion and commitment back to the opportunity America provides and progress made, allowing him chances unimaginable just decades ago, which he feels ignites a responsibility to maximize his potential. Breaking his family's cycle of poverty through education motivates Thomas to also provide kids lacking resources the wisdom gleaned from great mentors, believing that while environment shapes possibilities, effort can still expand one's reality. By generously imparting hard-won knowledge, Thomas aims to give others the tools to transcend their circumstances, embrace the privilege he now enjoys, and attain their biggest visions. Overall, he stresses that access to the American dream must be matched by the drive to achieve it.
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