I believe that you should gravitate to people who are doing productive and positive things with their lives.

I worked hard in gymnastics since the time I was six years old until I retired at 23 years of age.

I ended up in the US for a month or so, before moving to Montreal with some Romanian friends.

Of course, most people remember that I received the first perfect 10 in Olympic gymnastics competition.

You should also appreciate the goodness around you, and surround yourself with positive people.

Work hard for your goals and live in the moment.

One of the most difficult times in my life was when I escaped from Romania in November of 1989.