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.

The ability to make and keep promises is the key aspect to trust in a relationship.

Take time to compliment people every day. Do it sincerely and with no desire to gain anything but a smile in return.

When you have a childhood dream that still burns and tugs at your heart when you're an adult, you owe it to yourself to pursue and achieve this dream.

Your friends may influence your decisions even more than your parents will.

If in a tense or nervous situation, take a moment to center and ground yourself and make a thoughtful decision. Remember that nothing is as important as it first seems.

Laugh a lot. Laughter will make even the dreariest situations a whole lot more enjoyable.