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I had a lot of growing up to do. A lot of times, I learned the hard way.

I've always had better luck learning things on my own. And I really love the challenge of doing it yourself and kind of being alone against the system.

My parents must have done a great job. Anytime I wanted to pursue something that they weren't familiar with, that was not part of their lifestyle, they let me go ahead and do it.

I was taught as a young child by my parents and family to love myself.

My parents really encouraged me.

My parents made me believe I could do anything I wanted to do. They were really into empowering me.

I think my parents love that I want to do something a little different than what they do.

One of the things my dad always said is that it's O.K. to do one for you and one for them. He taught me a lot of things, but that's certainly one of the many that I took to heart.

My parents taught me to approach the world critically, but also to approach it with a sense of responsibility.

Talking with other parents really gave me some lessons that I try to hold on to now, as a parent of two boys.