These problems are real, and you can't turn off real life. So I won't try. Instead, I'll give you a set of tools to help you deal with real life.

Education must be a lifelong pursuit. The person who doesn't read is not better off than the person who can't.

I think the greatest challenge between child and parent is communication.

I like how Mother Teresa put it: "Let no one ever come to you without leaving better and happier. Be the living expression of God's kindness: kindness in your face, in your eyes, in your smile." If you approach life this way, always looking for ways to build instead of to tear down, you'll be amazed at how much happiness you can give to others and find for yourself

My dad is a good role model for me, and then I had a high school coach that really helped me out when I was struggling and made a big difference in my life.

We are free to choose our paths, but we can't choose the consequences that come with them.

It's especially hard to admit that you made a mistake to your parents, because, of course, you know so much more than they do.