One key factor in the downward spiral in our educational system is that there is too much stroking and too little real feedback.

Don't bail; the best pieces of gold are at the bottom of the barrel of crap.

I also think my dad would be reminding me that kids — more than anything else — need to know their parents love them. Their parents don't have to be alive for that to happen.

Follow your passions, believe in karma, and you won't have to chase your dreams, they will come to you.

Don’t complain; just work harder.

Everyone has to contribute to the common good. To not do so can be described in one word: selfish.

Your patience will be both appreciated and rewarded