My kids and my wife make me feel vulnerable.

Walking my dogs, playing with my kids - all of that is really good stuff to keep me centered.

How do I not get so wrapped up in what I think needs to happen? Going with the flow is the way to do it.

I love just going out; long drives, the ocean, my kids, new music, new gear, new plug-ins, coffee, and donuts at four in the morning. Even just waking up and writing.

Things always work out if you don't send that e-mail. That's another great life lesson: I've sent enough e-mails of just "f - k you, f - k you, f - k you" and hit send. I've learned a lot from never being able to take back that I sent that e-mail.

I believe animals should be respected as citizens of this earth. They should have the right to their own freedom, their own families, and their own life.

I pray to the architect that designed me. I'm grateful.