Do ballet and play football. Sing and dance. Laugh and cry.

Go to countries where you don't speak the language. Eat food that looks like you may not like it. Read all of the holy books.

I will go to my grave wishing that I did more. Wishing that I didn't sleep as much. Wishing that I didn't waste so much time. Wishing that I fought harder.

I have been so damn lucky to be able to do what I love my entire life. I never take that for granted.

My grandmother taught me two very important lessons before she passed: hold the door for everyone and always say "thank you." That means to treat everyone the same, no matter if it is the President or a homeless mother begging for food. And never forget to thank those who have helped you, whether it is the person serving you food at a restaurant or your third-grade teacher who taught you the multiplication tables.

I think leading by example is important, as I know the next generation is watching us.

Fighting for social justice is not about leaving the mainstream. It is about being right in the middle of it.