I'm proud that I was able to use my recognition to, maybe, raise the awareness of skateboarding and help grow it, and to help fund public skateparks. That's the legacy, just trying to grow the entire sport.

I played team sports, but I never felt like I fitted in that well, so this allowed me to be part of a community but to do it in my own way.

I think skateboarding is hugely challenging - it teaches you self-confidence, it teaches you self-motivation, and it can be something that helps you throughout your life.

I believe that people should take pride in what they do, even if it is scorned or misunderstood by the public at large.

Big decisions in my life have always come easy and are made without hesitation. It is easier for me to make a life-changing decision than to decide what to get for dessert.

Skateistan's not just about skating. It’s giving people life skills and hope for the future.

Being different is awesome! All of those who are different are more interesting than those who are clamoring for acceptance because they follow the path.