I love having ten times as much stuff to do as I can possibly find time to do. That way, I can pick the one-tenth that I want to do most. But if I only have enough to just occupy all my time, I'm stuck doing all of whatever stuff it happens to be.

Stop asking for directions so much. Assuming that you're in a safe environment, pay attention and figure things out for yourself. Have the nerve to take a wrong turn now and then. You'll develop better working instincts and have more self-esteem too.

Loving behavior contributes to the group at the expense of the individual. Competition contributes to the survival of the individual at the expense of the group. In the garden of life, some people are more like flowers, and other people are more like weeds.

Know how weather, especially humidity, can affect the movement of doors and windows.

The freedom to be an individual is the essence of America.

Be able to go shopping for a bathing suit and not become depressed afterward.

Be able to read blueprints, diagrams, floorplans, and other diagrams used in the construction process.