Instilling a sense of self-discipline and focus when the kids are younger makes it so much easier by the time they get into high school.

But just because you love something, I added to myself, doesn't mean you'll ever be great. Not if you don't work. Most people stink at the things they love.

Both of my girls have very high self-esteem because they were both able to master certain things; I should think that's good for their confidence.

Do you know what a foreign accent is? It's a sign of bravery.

Western parents worry a lot about their children's self-esteem. But as a parent, one of the worst things you can do for your child's self-esteem is to let them give up. On the flip side, there's nothing better for building confidence than learning you can do something you thought you couldn't.

Every day that you don't practice is a day you're getting worse.

My goal as a parent is to prepare you for the future, not to make you like me.