Dear Friends,

The words It’s Never Too Late are more than just a tagline at Lotus Network; they’re a guiding light. From “It’s Never Too Late to Learn” to “It’s Never Too Late to Find Purpose,” we believe there’s always a door waiting to be opened. This year, at our Signature Experience, we added a new phrase to the mix:

It’s Never Too Late to Be Brave.

We didn’t know how much those words would stay with us—how often we’d return to them, especially in moments like now.

As we write this, our hearts are heavy. In Boulder, a place close to home, a recent act of violence has shaken a community. In Los Angeles, protests and unrest following immigration enforcement actions have left families anxious and neighborhoods unsettled. And now, with the recent bombing involving the United States and Iran, we’re reminded yet again how deeply fear, uncertainty, and grief can ripple across communities and across the globe. These are very different events, but they share a common thread: fear. The kind that transcends geography, identity, and belief—the kind that reminds us how connected we truly are.

At Lotus Network, we don’t take political or religious positions. But we do take a stand for humanity. And we believe that when thoughts and prayers are spoken with real intention, they can steer us toward meaningful action.

Fear is part of being human; it’s our brain’s way of sounding the alarm. But when fear becomes chronic, unspoken, or ignored, it isolates us. It creates barriers just when we most need bridges. That’s why courage is not a lofty ideal; it’s a necessity. And often, bravery begins with something small: a conversation, a gesture, a pause to ask, “Where is this fear coming from?”

We don’t have to agree on everything. But we can agree to stay open. To reach out. To use our voices in ways that invite, not divide. Because even when the world feels uncertain, it’s never too late to be brave.

At our Signature Experience, we shared Brave It Forward cards—small yet mighty reminders to encourage one another, to celebrate brave acts, and/or to nudge someone to take their own leap. If you’ve still got yours tucked away in a drawer, now might be the perfect time to use it. There’s no expiration date on courage. And if you weren’t able to attend the event but would like your own set of Brave It Forward cards, just reach out to us at connectnow@lotusnetwork.org—we’d be honored to send them your way.

The truth is, we don’t all have to fix everything. But we do have to show up. We do have to speak up. And we do have to keep trying.

Because it’s never too late to be brave, to be kind, and to be part of a conversation that heals instead of harms.

With hope and heart,

Lisa & Leslie
Co-Founders, Lotus Network