Be open to other people's opinions, ideas, and try new things. One of the best ways to learn is to feed off other people's experiences.

Surround yourself with positive, energetic, successful people and learn from them.

When backed up against a wall, dig deep, demand excellence, stand tall, and be strong.

The people who put limits on your abilities, goals, or dreams, may not be the people you want to associate yourself with.

The song How do you like me now? By Toby Keith will be my personal theme song when I attend my first high school reunion.

People tell me I'm a perfectionist. They tell me I'm too extreme and that I work too hard. I tell them, that is all I know how to do. I was taught to give my best effort in everything I do and demand perfection and raise the standard of excellence to a whole new level.

As a vegan body-builder I want to show others that it is possible to gain significant muscle and strength on a vegan diet and I want to inspire others to follow this lifestyle. I love being vegan and knowing that I am having a positive impact on our society.