“No human ever became interesting by not failing. The more you fail and recover and improve, the better you are as a person. Ever meet someone who’s always had everything work out for them with zero struggle? They usually have the depth of a puddle. Or they don’t exist.."

“Don’t limit yourself. Many people limit themselves to what they think they can do. You can go as far as your mind lets you. What you believe, remember, you can achieve.."

“It is only in our darkest hours that we may discover the true strength of the brilliant light within ourselves that can never, ever, be dimmed.."

“And one has to understand that braveness is not the absence of fear but rather the strength to keep on going forward despite the fear.."

"gratitude is more than a feeling of appreciation or thanks. more than a returning of kindness, and more than giving recognition to the sources of those kindnesses. gratitude is also about seeing obstacles and struggles as an opportunity for growth - a gift of possibility and an affirmation of potential.."

"“What am I living for and what am I dying for are the same question.."

"Epic things start with small humble steps. Pay respect to your beginnings. And if you’re just starting out, know that it’s okay to be sucky. To be small. To be messy and chaotic. Just make sure to never stop dreaming.."