What actually matters right now?

Bianca says Dogs matter. As someone who lives alone, she values canine companionship, saying "it's really important to have a companion."

Renas Raza says social media matters "because everyone's using it. But again, use it with respect. Don't be rude online."

Elvin says library research "probably not matters anymore" because "a lot of stuff is on the internet" and AI tools offer "more richer knowledge."

David Murrin says video games matter: "Our ability to use a video controller...is now becoming a mission critical combat capability for every soldier...training our children through video games...are actually the new versions of the Longbow."

Marco says concert matters: "Music takes the soul. It calms the savage beast...music is...stories that help you relate to what's going on in the world...settle you down and help you grow."

Zarya thinks Burnout matters because she 'left medicine after years of training' and faced it again in motherhood, urging women to know 'you don’t have to do it all right now.'

Punk matters to Jennifer because it is about social disruption and cultural protest through performance and music.

Dusan says Artificial intelligence in music "not matters" — it's "making you lazy" by generating music from your ideas instead of pushing you to be genuinely creative.

Alex Ranahan treasures books: "that beautiful feeling... that sensation of a new discovery... this peaceful, tranquil stillness. I think that's a gift to yourself."

"Coffee gives me a headache."

Sports matter to Ella: "Sports play a big role in who I am... coaches can shape who you are. They can push you to be the better version of yourself." sport

Matthew says matcha "doesn't matter to me."

Brian says resilience "matters. It's how you respond to failure...the ability to move beyond those, learn from those and keep going with pursuing your goal matters."

Amy says novel writing matters: "as a novelist you get to explore those gray areas... you get closer to the truth... it's a wonderful way to... go deeper. Look behind the curtain."

Storytelling matters to David because it 'is at the core of who I am,' shaping understanding, forging connection, and revealing meaning beyond creative expression.

Kat believes mindfulness matters: "To be present, to enjoy every moment that you have because it'll go away... we really have to enjoy the present moment."

Heather Johnson says cats matter: "Dogs and cats matter. I have sucker tattooed on my forehead apparently...I gotta feed 'em again."

Barton says coffee matters: "it just feels good... it allows me to kickstart my day in a routine that feels great."

DJ says money only matters if it's used to enhance life: "If you're using it to bolster your time and your opportunities with your family and your loved ones, it definitely matters."

United States Naval Special Warfare Command matters to Chris because lessons from Naval Special Warfare shape every company Chris builds after service.

Lauren says Sport matters, cheering on the WNBA Valkyries and calling for equal pay: "Women in sports, pay them what you owe them."

Kat says AI matters: "It'll help you... in business and your personal life. Maybe I just using it for business, and it helps me a lot."

Misty says relationships matter: "We need people in our life. We need love... I'm a sucker for love. So obviously relationships are important."

"We all have to be growing every day," Kesley says about personal growth.