Don't wait until you're in a crisis to come up with a crisis plan.

People have the right to think and say whatever they want to. But you have the right not to take it to heart, and not to react.

If you want more, you have to require more from yourself.

When you get married, your loyalty, first and foremost, is to your spouse, and to the family that you create together.

Right now, make a list of what you admire about yourself- don't stop until you've filled a page. Sit and relish each quality and accomplishment. When you remember how much you have to be proud of, you don't need to envy others. Instead of wallowing in your jealousy, use your friends' accomplishments as inspiration to pursue the life you want.

You should consider an employment change before you consider selling out.

The Internet is just bringing all kinds of information into the home. There's just a lot of distraction, a lot of competition for the parent's voice to resonate in the children's ears.