When I accomplish a challenging goal it is one of the most powerful and wonderful feelings in the world.

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.

Whether you know it or not, you are a role model for somebody. Watch what you say and know that you're responsible for your actions.

Sometimes small setbacks are just blessings in disguise. They enhance your determination and whole-hearted dedication to achieving your goals.

On your birthday thank your parents and celebrate with them. They are the reason you are here and it is their day too.

But all the vitamins, amino acids, protein etc. needed to get stronger can be found in abundance in plant foods. Anything that is a fruit, nut, grain or seed is vegan and there are thousands of those.

There is no "I" in "Team," but there is an "E" for "Everyone." A team achieves more when everyone contributes.