My father taught me that one of the most important abilities in life is to be able to take the pain and persevere, and for years this lesson had served me well.

I know that our world is going through a very difficult time right now, but I will never lose my faith in humanity, and our incredible ability to overcome just about anything.

Focused will is incredible. If you have a dream and you don’t give up no matter what obstacles come up, then life’s problems will fall away and you will get what you want. It happens. It works.

The most important battle is one to conquer yourself.

I believe we're responsible for everything that happens to us.

It’s a cliché - but true - that life is not a dress rehearsal. You get to do it once, so do it well.

Perhaps one of the most important lessons that I continue to have reinforced is to always have faith and believe in yourself. To never lose sight of who you are and to know yourself.