They may never say it, but your parents really are proud of you when you follow your heart and chase your dreams.

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.

Pay close attention to detail in whatever it is you are doing. Be specific and expect quality from your performance.

We were all born to "be somebody," look deep inside your heart to find out who and what you are supposed to be.

The names Lillian Smith, Eric Dazey, Jon Bullock, and Clari Higginson may mean nothing to most people but the mean the world to me. Of all my years in school, these are the teachers who challenged me to get better everyday and whole-heartedly believed in my dreams. The support they gave me was priceless and life changing.

At least once a month, do something for someone who will never know who did them the friendly favor.

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.