Unfortunately, there are so many people who live their whole life in a place that is safe and protected and simple and they don't really have that strength inside to fly.

Try to have as diverse group of friends as possible and don't get into the the clique scenario.

When you start suppressing feelings at an early age, it hurts you down the road. Full expression of anger and pain is very important.

The money was good while it lasted. The best part was clearly that it changed my view of what's possible, as far as thinking how you can have an impact on a national level.

Life is the most exciting opportunity we have.

We started a movement... to build character, citizenship and confidence in young people.

With my new venture, Club Mom, we want to empower moms to feel their value and also build their collective power to make their lives better and easier. We want to bring them together as a community to share experiences and information.