No matter what happens, you can get through this day. Inhale. Focus on the word, 'relax. Exhale. Say, 'I can do this!' And then do it.

If you understand 'it' will come, then you'll understand 'it' will pass. No matter what happens, you can make it. Trust me, you can.

If you work around at-risk teen students, actually tell them you love them and have faith in their success. No one tells them that. No one.

When teachers doubt your potential, show them how wrong they truly are.

Our lives are filled with meeting wonderful people. Make sure those that have become a part of your life hear your words of appreciation.

Sometimes healing comes after helping someone that is going through the same trauma you went through. Help yourself by helping others.

Writing fulfils an insatiable drive. Finishing the story satisfies my thirst. But I must keep drinking until the story quenches a buyer.